Follow the steps below to apply for your Massachusetts License to Carry Firearms (LTC) or Firearms Identification (FID) Card.
You must complete and pass a Massachusetts approved Basic Firearms Safety Course before you can apply.
Create an account and fill out your application. You will be asked to upload your completed firearms safety certificate during the application process. Checks & envelopes are to be dropped off at our station.
*Please understand that if you choose to apply or re-apply for an LTC online at Mass.gov, the department will not be notified automatically. It is your responsibility to provide any additional documents, as well as 2 self-addressed (business–size) stamped envelopes, and a check or money order made payable to The Town of Dartmouth in the amount of $100*.
If on paper application, additional documents including a color copy of a Massachusetts ID, residency proof, safety certificates, as well as payment must be submitted to the firearms division for process. For renewals only, page 4 is a must and shall be signed prior to dropping off. These documents can now be attached to your online application. You may also use the portal to provide change of address, name changes, and pin verification which can be a useful tool.
Pay by check or money order to “The Town of Dartmouth”.
Arrive to the station with your application/payment. Please see the Firearms License Application Checklist for application specifics. There are no specific appointment times.
1390 Tucker Road Dartmouth, MA 02747 →