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

Nantucket Police Department

Address
4 Fairgrounds Road Nantucket, MA 02554
Phone
508-325-4100
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 Nantucket department adds to it.

How to apply

  • A documents drop box is located in the vestibule for after-hours drop off.

Appointments and hours

  • FROM 8 AM UNTIL NOON BY APPOINTMENT

What to bring

  • MA driver’s license with current Nantucket address
  • MA approved Firearm Safety Certificate/Hunter Safety Certificate
  • Three letters of reference (new applicants only)

Fees and payment

  • $100 for FID/PISTOL permits (credit card, cash or check to: Town of Nantucket)

Fingerprints and interview

  • Interview required for all firearms applicants.
  • Interview date scheduled at time of application processing.

Processing time

  • FID/PISTOL PERMITS ARE ISSUED ON WEDNESDAYS

Renewals

  • Renewal applications must be filed at least 30 days before expiration to remain active.

Contact

  • Any questions regarding your firearms permit please email:aciarmataro@police.nantucket-ma.gov

Sources

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