How do I submit the Pistol Permit Application?

Submit the completed packet in person to the Ontario County Clerk’s Office at 20 Ontario Street, Canandaigua. The document lists a $10 non-refundable fee.

What should I include with my application?

The instructions call for a current photograph, fingerprint receipt, and four character references. Depending on your circumstances, include firearm documents, co-registration or transfer forms, and training proof.

How long does pistol permit application processing take?

The document states that processing takes a minimum of six months after the completed packet is returned to the County Clerk’s Office.

Ontario County, NY · Ontario County

No notary required

Pistol Permit Application

Ontario County residents use this application to request a pistol permit and provide information for the county’s review and processing.

At a glance

Issued by: City of Ontario County · Ontario County, Ontario County, New York
Notarization: Not required: file this form without a notary.
Official source: ontariocountyny.gov
Blank form: Download the PDF
Catalogued: Oct 5, 2026
Machine-readable: JSON record · about the forms index

What this form is

This application collects information for an Ontario County pistol permit request and provides instructions for submitting the completed packet. Applicants provide personal details, arrest information, references, and firearm information when applicable; the instructions also describe fingerprinting and training requirements. The county says processing takes at least six months after it receives the completed packet.

Who needs it

Ontario County residents seeking a pistol permit must complete the application and submit the required information and supporting materials.

How to submit it

Submit the complete packet in person to the Ontario County Clerk’s Office, 20 Ontario Street, Canandaigua, New York 14424. The document states a $10 non-refundable fee is due when submitting; cash, check, and credit cards are accepted.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the applicant signs and dates the application and submits the completed packet.

How to submit this form

1
Download the Application
Download the Pistol Permit Application and its instructions from this page.
2
Complete the Application
Fill in all requested information and provide original signatures where indicated.
3
Gather Required Materials
Include the required photograph, fingerprint receipt, reference information, and any applicable supporting documents.
4
Submit to the County
Submit the complete packet in person to the Ontario County Clerk’s Office and pay the fee stated in the instructions.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Pistol Permit Application?: No. This document is signed without a notary; the applicant signs and dates the application and submits the completed packet.
How do I submit the Pistol Permit Application?: Submit the completed packet in person to the Ontario County Clerk’s Office at 20 Ontario Street, Canandaigua. The document lists a $10 non-refundable fee.
What should I include with my application?: The instructions call for a current photograph, fingerprint receipt, and four character references. Depending on your circumstances, include firearm documents, co-registration or transfer forms, and training proof.
How long does pistol permit application processing take?: The document states that processing takes a minimum of six months after the completed packet is returned to the County Clerk’s Office.

Need something notarized?

This Pistol Permit Application doesn’t need a notary, but if you have another Ontario County form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.