All CCW applications must be submitted through the CCW PRO system. The application process includes a review of your submission, required documents, along with a comprehensive background and criminal history check.
Required Documentation
Please ensure that all required supporting documents are uploaded at the time of application. Incomplete applications will not proceed to interview until all requirements have been met. This includes but is not limited to providing acceptable proof of residency, a passport-style photo and proof of live scan completion.
- The applicant shall not be required to pay for any training courses prior to the initial determination of whether the applicant is a disqualified person pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 26202.
Both new and renewal applicants must provide all required documents. If you are unsure what to submit, please visit the Required Documents link.
Interview Information
- New applicants: An interview with CCW Licensing Staff is required.
Once your application, required documents, and background review have been verified, a staff member will contact you to schedule your interview.
Beginning January 1, 2026, if the applicant has all the required documents, the CCW Unit will schedule an in-person interview or virtual interview of the applicant, where the applicant appears by video and audio, at the applicant’s election. A Microsoft Teams meeting link will be provided for your scheduled appointment upon determination that the requirements have been fulfilled. - Renewal applicants: An interview is not required.
Technical Assistance
If you are experiencing issues logging into the CCW PRO system, please download the help document provided below for troubleshooting instructions.
For additional questions or concerns, contact us at ccwpermits@ocsheriff.gov.
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