Firearms Application Information

The City of Perth Amboy Police Department is committed to providing residents with clear and accurate information regarding the process for obtaining firearms permits in compliance with New Jersey State law. Please review the following guidance carefully to ensure all requirements are met prior to submitting an application. Failure to follow the required procedures may result in delays or the need to reapply.

Firearm fees have increased. Fees are now:

• $25 per permit.
• $50 Initial firearm identification card.
• $150 Carry permit (paid online through the Perth Amboy payment link) + $50 to be paid online through NJ FARS along with $18 for the state's service fees.

APPLICANT GUIDELINES – READ BEFORE YOU APPLY

Applicants applying for Firearms Purchaser Identification Cards, Replacement ID Cards, Change of Address or Name on ID Cards, or Permits to Purchase Handguns.

Applicants can help expedite the processing of their applications by reviewing the following information to avoid errors or omissions. Applications that are incomplete or contain mistakes may result in delays and additional processing time. Some errors cannot be corrected by police personnel and will require the applicant to submit a new application.

All firearm applications are official government documents. Submitting incomplete or inaccurate information may result in delayed processing. Providing false information will lead to denial of the application and may carry criminal penalties under N.J.S. 2C:39-10c. Questions or concerns can be directed to the Firearms Unit at [email protected]. Please include your application confirmation number when requesting corrections.

The Perth Amboy Police Department is only authorized to modify limited information on submitted applications. Specifically, incorrect email addresses or other reference contact information can be corrected on the NJ FARS portal. Applicants should email corrections related to references to the Firearms Unit with the application confirmation number included.

Please note that applicants may apply for multiple permits to purchase a handgun; however, only one handgun may be purchased every 30 calendar days in accordance with N.J.S. 2C:58-3i. For additional details, visit the New Jersey State Police Firearms Information page.

Start Application on NJ FARS

1. Apply for a Firearms Permit

Applicants must begin the application process online through the New Jersey State Police Firearms Registration Portal. Questions about firearm purchasing or eligibility should be directed to the State Police website.

ORI Number: NJ0121600

There are three major components to the application process:

• Accurately complete the NJ State application and include two references with valid email addresses. State fees apply.
• Submit payment to the City of Perth Amboy using the NJ State confirmation number after completing the application.
• Applicants who have never been fingerprinted for firearm purposes in New Jersey must schedule a fingerprint appointment with IdentoGO. Previously fingerprinted applicants may provide their SBI number in place of new prints.

Fingerprints

Applicants requiring fingerprinting must schedule an appointment with IdentoGO within 90 days of submitting their application. Fingerprint appointment instructions are included in the application confirmation email.

Schedule Fingerprint Appointment

2. Submit Payment through SDL Portal

After completing the NJ State application, applicants must submit payment through the City of Perth Amboy SDL Portal. Payment must be received before the Police Department can begin processing the application. Payments are automatically linked to the applicant’s record.

Submit Payment on SDL

Civilian Carry Assessment and Range Evaluation

Effective April 3, 2025: Applicants who submitted their initial carry permit application through NJ FARS may submit renewal applications online up to four months prior to expiration. Fingerprinting is not required for renewals, but range qualifications must be dated within the past two years, per updated guidelines.

As of July 25, 2023, all concealed carry permits must be submitted through the NJ FARS System.

The [email protected] mailbox is monitored by authorized Firearms Unit personnel including Detective Steven Morillo and Detective Crescencio Fuentes.
Payments must be properly linked and recorded to ensure prompt review by the Firearms Unit.