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Qualifications:
Any person 21 years of age or older and residing in the City of Virginia Beach, or domiciled in Virginia Beach,and a member of the United States Armed Services, may apply for a 5 year permit to carry a concealed handgun.

Process: Concealed handgun permit applications are reviewed by the Virginia Beach Police Department and the Circuit Court. The final decision to issue the permit is made by a Circuit Court Judge.

Application:
You may pick up an application at the Virginia Beach Police Department, 2509 Princess Anne Road, Support Division - Records Unit, Building 11 at the Virginia Beach Municipal Center (757) 385-4331.

The Court requires the applicant provide proof of competence with a handgun as provided in subsection G of § 18.2-308.

Where To File:
The application review process begins with filing the completed application with the Virginia Beach Police Department, 2509 Princess Anne Road, Support Division - Records Unit, Building 11 at the Virginia Beach Municipal Center.

Process Time:
The courts shall issue the permit within 45 days of receipt of the completed application and all required information being furnished, unless it is determined that the applicant is disqualified.

Fee:
The fee for a concealed handgun permit is $50.00. You will pay the fee at the Police Department when you file the application.

Permit Renewal
The renewal procedures are the same procedures you followed when you obtained your original permit.

Replacement of Your Permit Card:
If you need to replace your permit because the original permit has been lost or damaged:

• You MUST contact the Circuit Court Judges Office for procedures at 385-4502.
• You must present a current picture identification (i.e. a driver's license) at the time you pick up the replacement card.
• There is no fee for a replacement card. (Please note: The expiration date will be same as your original card)