Enhanced Gun Permit
Enhanced Gun Permit 
This class fulfills the training requirements for the Tennessee or Mississippi Enhanced Gun Permit application.
$95.00

Enhanced Gun Permit Class (in person class)
  • Tuition is $95.00.
  • Required by the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security for people seeking a Tennessee Enhanced gun permit or by the Mississippi Department of Public Safety for people seeking a Mississippi Enhanced gun permit.
  • Conducted over one 8-hour day; 4 hours will be in the classroom and 4 hours will be on the gun range.  (The specific times may vary).
  • Students must be at least 18 years old. This is a new State Law passed in 2023.  
  • Students must bring a quality handgun and 50 rounds of factory ammunition.  Factory, new or reloads are all fine.
  • Instructor will provide shooting targets and eye/ear protection.
  • Firearms are available for rent and ammunition can be purchased.
  • Students must bring a good attitude with safety in mind.
  • USA Training Academy will ensure that all training materials are provided.
Topics
  • Handgun nomenclature
  • Handgun function and operation
  • Safety
  • Cleaning
  • Storage

You will receive:
  • At the end of the classroom session, you will be receive a written test. 
  • At the end of the range session, you will be tested on your shooting proficiency. 
  • The state requires a score of 70% or better on both the written and range tests.
  • Proof of training from USA Training Academy

Your next step to get the license:

1.   Gather your application and documents.
  • Go to this link to complete the Gun Permit Application: https://dl.safety.tn.gov/_/#1
  • After completing the gun permit application the State will send you the application number. Bring that number to class.
  • DD214 form if you have ever been in the military. (For DMV use only, we don't need it for your class)
  • Court Clerk certified final disposition of any arrests. (For DMV use only, we don't need it for your class)
  • Proof of Citizenship documents if you immigrated to the United States (such as a Green Card). (For DMV use only, we don't need it for your class)
  • Your credit card or debit card or cash.
2.   You may begin your Tennessee Handgun Carry Permit application online, but to complete the process you must visit a Driver Services Center with the following documents:
Proof of U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Resident Status
Proof of SSN
Proof of handgun/firearm training or proficiency as required for type of permit applying for
Two Proofs of Tennessee Residency with your name and resident address - NO P.O. BOXES (Documents must be current. Must be dated within last 4 months.)
Proof of any name changes if different than name on primary ID
Valid government issued photo
*If applying for a Non-Resident permit (Enhanced only), you must provide proof that you are currently employed at least 30 hours per week in Tennessee and have been for at least 6 consecutive months, as well as provide a valid handgun permit from your state of residence.
Take you documents to any full service DMV facility to process your gun permit application.

3. The gun permit fees are listed on this link at the State website. https://dl.safety.tn.gov/_/#3

 

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