Application Process

1. Complete the preliminary application online here.  You may now submit the preliminary gun permit application securely online.  However, after submitting the application online, you must schedule an appointment to appear in person at the Probate Court office to finalize the application, pay the required fees,  photographed and registered for fingerprints.  Payment cannot be taken online or over the phone.  When filling out the online application, if you are a renewal permit and are getting an error message, please select new license application.  When you arrive at the office, if you are eligible for a renewal permit, it will be converted to a renewal application and the renewal fee will be applied.
    
2. Review the gun permit requirements and make sure you have all of the necessary documents.
    
3. Schedule an Appointment to see a Vital Records Intake Clerk.  Click here to schedule an appointment online.
    
4. Meet with a Vital Records Intake Clerk at Henry County Probate Court at 99 Sims Street, McDonough, Georgia 30253, who will review your documents and take your payment of $76.00.
    
5. Meet with the Deputy who will take your photograph and fingerprints.  Fingerprinting is only required for first-time applicants, it is not required for renewal applications.