How long does it take to get my permit?

Once the permit is approved, we will submit it to the state for printing. (We no longer print the permits at our office.) The permit will be mailed to your home, so you will only need to make 1 visit to our office. On average, we advise it will be 1-2 weeks before you receive your permit in the mail. This time frame can fluctuate depending on the number of applications we receive each day.

*By Code, the Sheriff has up to 30 days to approve/deny permit applications.

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1. What times do you take applications?
2. What is the criteria for a NEW Permit to Carry?
3. What is the criteria for a RENEWAL of a Permit to Carry?
4. What is the criteria for a NEW of a Permit to Acquire?
5. What is the criteria for a DUPLICATE Permit? (for carry or acquire)
6. Can I transfer my permit from another county?
7. How long does it take to get my permit?
8. Uniform Permit Style
9. Where can I get an application?
10. What are the fees?
11. What form of payment may I use to purchase my permit?
12. I am moving to Iowa from another state. Can I transfer my permit from another state to Iowa?
13. I lost my permit or I damaged my permit and it needs replaced.
14. I recently had a change in marital status and my legal name changed. Do I need to change my name on my permit?
15. I recently moved WITHIN the county. Do I need to change my address on my permit?
16. Can you recommend a place to take a certification class?
17. I leave the state during winter months and my renewal date falls outside the 60 day renewal window, what do I do?
18. How do I know if I am eligible for a Permit to Carry?