How to Buy a Handgun in Maryland

Planning to purchase a pistol in Maryland? The process may seem a little daunting at first, but this guide will walk you through each step and hopefully make it a breeze!

Step 1how to buy a handgun in Maryland

Take an HQL Course

This is the first step in learning how to buy a handgun in Maryland. The state requires each citizen to obtain their Handgun Qualification License before purchasing a handgun. To kick off the process of getting your own Maryland HQL, you’ll first need to take an HQL course.

Still need to take your Maryland HQL course? Check out our calendar to register for an upcoming session!

Step 1how to buy a handgun in Maryland

Take an HQL Course

This is the first step in learning how to buy a handgun in Maryland. The state requires each citizen to obtain their Handgun Qualification License before purchasing a handgun. To kick off the process of getting your own Maryland HQL, you’ll first need to take an HQL course.

Still need to take your Maryland HQL course? Check out our calendar to register for an upcoming session!

Step 2 how to buy a handgun in Maryland

Fill out your HQL application

Your next step will be filling out the Maryland HQL application. This part can be overwhelming and lead to confusion, but it doesn’t have to! Speed up the process by following along with our step-by-step guide to submitting your Maryland HQL.

Step 2 how to buy a handgun in Maryland

Fill out your HQL application

Your next step will be filling out the Maryland HQL application. This part can be overwhelming and lead to confusion, but it doesn’t have to! Speed up the process by following along with our step-by-step guide to submitting your Maryland HQL.

Step 3 how to buy a handgun in Maryland

Receive your HQL via email

Once your Maryland HQL application is submitted, hang tight (usually for about a month) while the state reviews it. Your HQL will then be sent directly to you via email.

Step 3 how to buy a handgun in Maryland

Receive your HQL via email

Once your Maryland HQL application is submitted, hang tight (usually for about a month) while the state reviews it. Your HQL will then be sent directly to you via email.

Step 4 how to buy a handgun in Maryland

Purchase your handgun!

Once you receive that email, you’re all set to head to a gun store of your choosing and make your first handgun purchase! Don’t forget to bring an electronic or physical copy of your Maryland HQL. If you’d like help selecting a preferred store, feel free to contact us for recommendations!

Step 4 how to buy a handgun in Maryland

Purchase your handgun!

Once you receive that email, you’re all set to head to a gun store of your choosing and make your first handgun purchase! Don’t forget to bring an electronic or physical copy of your Maryland HQL. If you’d like help selecting a preferred store, feel free to contact us for recommendations!