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Step-by-step: New Pueblo County CHP (Concealed Handgun Permit)

1) Confirm you qualify

  • You must be 21+ at the time of application.

  • You must be tied to Pueblo County as a resident, or have a secondary residence or business within the county.

2) Take the required handgun training (verified instructor)

Starting July 1, 2025, Pueblo County notes Colorado HB24-1174 requires applicants (including renewals) to present a certificate from a Verified Concealed Handgun Permit Instructor after demonstrating handgun competence.

3) Gather what you’ll need before you start the online application

Have these ready:

  • Colorado government photo ID showing a correct Pueblo County address

  • Your handgun training certificate (they specify it must include the instructor’s original signature; and that online classes, home study, and hunter safety courses will not be accepted)

  • Proof of Pueblo County residency if your ID address doesn’t show it

4) Submit your application online (required)

Pueblo County requires electronic submission and uses a third-party system (Permitium).

5) Pay the application fee online

  • New application fee: $152.50

  • Payment is due when submitting the online application (processing fees may apply).

6) Schedule your in-person appointment (new permits only)

For new applications, Pueblo County accepts them by appointment only (no walk-ins / no phone appointments).
After you finish the online application, the system directs you to schedule the in-person appointment.

7) Go to your appointment (fingerprints + photo happen there)

Bring:

  • Your original training certificate

  • A valid government photo ID with correct Pueblo County address

At the appointment:

  • Plan for ~30 minutes

  • They will fingerprint you and take your photo.

8) Wait for processing and watch for notifications

  • Pueblo County says it may take up to 90 days to complete.

  • You’ll get an email or text when your permit is completed.

Where to contact / office address (Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office)

  • Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office: 909 Court Street, Pueblo, CO 81003

Pueblo County Concealed Handgun Permit

Renewal – Step-by-Step Guide

1) Confirm you’re eligible to renew

  • Your permit is currently valid or within the allowable renewal window

  • You still meet Colorado and Pueblo County residency requirements

  • You are not prohibited from possessing firearms

⚠️ Expired permits may require starting over as a new application.

2) Complete required handgun training

  • Colorado law now requires renewal training

  • Training must be completed with a Verified Concealed Handgun Permit Instructor

  • You must demonstrate handgun competency

  • Your certificate must have the instructor’s original signature

  • ❌ Online-only, hunter safety, or home-study courses are not accepted

3) Gather documents before applying

Have these ready:

  • Colorado government-issued photo ID

  • Handgun training certificate

  • Proof of Pueblo County residency (if your ID address is outdated)

4) Submit your renewal application online

  • Pueblo County uses the Permitium system

  • Renewals do NOT require an in-person appointment

  • Upload required documents during the application process

5) Pay the renewal fee

  • Renewal fee: $63.00

  • Fees are non-refundable

  • Payment is made online at submission

6) Processing period

  • Processing may take up to 90 days

  • You will receive email or text notification when your permit is ready or mailed

Important renewal notes

  • ✅ No fingerprints or photo appointment required for renewals

  • ❌ Late renewals risk expiration, which can force a full reapplication

  • Always carry your permit and ensure it remains valid