Frequently Asked Questions

You may download an application (PDF)) or apply for your license online through the MIRCS Firearm Licensing Portal. Applicants can stop by the Wellesley Police Department at any time to drop off their paper application and paperwork. First time applicants will be contacted by the records manger to schedule an appointment for fingerprints after their application is received. 

Same material as listed in the application requirements section of the Firearms Licensing page except for the Massachusetts State Police (MSP) certified safety course certificate and fingerprints.

Older style, expired licenses which do not end in “A” or “B” require fingerprints and a new safety course class must be completed.

Renewals issued from jurisdictions outside of Wellesley must supply a valid copy of the firearms training certificate.

The same requirements as listed for license to carry (LTC) listed in the application requirements section on the Firearms Licensing page except: 

• Applicants must be 18 or those 15 to 18 must provide letter from a parent or guardian granting permission to apply for a FID Card
• Licenses are valid for 6 years from date of issue
• Letter to chief is not required

• Restricted for purchase and possession of chemical sprays only (for example: mace or pepper spray)
• Applicants must be 18 or those 15 to 18 must provide a letter from a parent of guardian granting permission to apply for the card
• Fee is $25 for first card, renewals are free
• Licenses are valid for 6 years from date of issue
• Safety course not required

Yes, you must complete the Change of Address Notification Form or Name Change Request Form and follow its instructions or conduct the request online through the MIRCS Firearm Licensing Portal. 

You must notify the following agencies within 30 days:

• The issuing department
• The department where you are moving to
• Firearms Records Bureau
  200 Arlington Street
  Suite 2200
  Chelsea, MA 02150

You can email Deputy Chief Jeffrey Renzella of the Firearms Licensing Unit or call him at 781-235-1212.

Further information about firearms laws is available on the Massachusetts government website.