Maryland Concealed Carry Permit Fee Calculator
A concealed carry permit in Maryland costs $125 for the initial application through the state police, is valid 3 years, and renews for $75.
- Renewal (billed $75 every 3 years)Shown as per-year average$25.00
- Initial permit application$125 application fee — fingerprint vendor fee (~$50–$75) is extra$125.00
Estimate only — actual fees are set by your state and county at the time of registration. Data last reviewed 2026-07-17. This state's full local formula is not yet implemented; see the notes below the calculator.
Good to know
- The initial permit runs ~2 years (to your birth month); renewals are 3 years. 16-hour training required initially, 8 hours to renew.
What determines permit cost in Maryland?
- Initial application ($125)
- Renewal every 3 years ($75)
- Issuing authority: State Police
- Required for concealed carry
Frequently asked questions
How much does a concealed carry permit cost in Maryland?
The initial application costs $125 ($125 application fee — fingerprint vendor fee (~$50–$75) is extra), paid to the state police. Renewal is $75 every 3 years.
Is Maryland a permitless carry state?
No — you need a valid permit to carry concealed in Maryland. Training and background-check requirements apply; check the issuing authority's current rules.
How long is a Maryland carry permit valid?
3 years. Renewing costs $75 — renew before expiration to avoid reapplying as a new applicant.
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Official Maryland resources
Estimates here are informational — the state is the only source of an official quote.
Data last reviewed 2026-07-17.