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Where to Apply for an LTC or FID in Arlington, MA

Arlington Police Department

Address
112 Mystic Street Arlington, MA 02474
Phone
781-316-3943
Licensing page
Open the department's licensing page

Every town follows the same state process, in which you apply at your local department online through the MIRCS Unified Gun Portal or on paper, and the fee for most applicants is $100. The sections below show what the Arlington department adds to it.

How to apply

  • Submit application by hand to the Records Division only.
  • All applications, including renewals, must be submitted in person to the Arlington Police Department.
  • Applications sent via mail will not be accepted.

Appointments and hours

  • Records Division hours: Monday-Thursday, 8am-4pm & Friday 8am-12pm.
  • When you submit your application please schedule an appointment for an interview.
  • No walks in accepted.
  • The Applicant must then call the Firearms Licensing line at 781-316-3943 to schedule an interview or request an interview appointment in person at the Records Room window.
  • Interviews are only scheduled on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

What to bring

  • Positive proof of identity (MA Driver’s License with Arlington address).
  • Proof of residency must be in the form of a property tax bill, mortgage statement, or rental agreement with the applicant’s name.

Fees and payment

  • Checks will be collected on the day of the interview.
  • A $100.00 check or money order payable to the Town of Arlington.
  • We do not accept cash or credit.

Fingerprints and interview

  • Your application will not be processed until you have a formal interview.

Renewals

  • For renewals, please make sure to have your expiring LTC/FID with you.

Sources

Taken from the department's own pages and documents, checked October 20, 2026.