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Possible online services disruption due to Internet related outage

A worldwide technology outage is causing disruption to some State of Illinois online systems.  We are aware of this issue and are diligently working on restoration.

IDFPR launched a new online licensing system! Learn more about CORE and which professions can use it to apply for licensure now by going here.   

WEBSITE ALERT: IDFPR is no longer affiliated with the idfpr[.]com domain name. The website currently hosted on that domain is not authorized by IDFPR and may pose a security threat to visitors. Please be sure to use only IDFPR’s official website at IDFPR.illinois.gov.

Alarm Professions

Professions Licensed by IDFPR:

  • Licensed Private Alarm Contractor
  • Licensed Private Alarm Contractor Agency
  • Licensed Private Alarm Contractor Agency Branch Office
  • Firearm Control Card (FCC)
  • FCC Retired Peace Office Waiver - LEOSA
  • Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC) - Renewal Available!
  • Firearm Instructor
  • Approved 20-Hour Basic Training Program
  • Approved Basic 48-Hour Firearm Training Course

 

License Information

Online Renewal & Instructions

  • Key Steps for License Renewals
  • Click Here to Start Your Online Renewal!
    Please allow 2-4 business days for your license to post in our systems and your license status to update.
  • NOTE: If an applicant misses the renewal window and the online portal does not allow you to renew after it concludes, you must reinstate their license by requesting a Reinstatement application from IDFPR.
  • ATTENTION: The legacy batch renewal process was retired in 2021 and electronic batch renewals of employees’ PERCs are no longer available. However, IDFPR is offering a manual batch renewal process for PERCs currently in renewal. Find the new Batch PERC renewal form below. Complete one application per employee, print the applications, batch a maximum of 50 applications together, include one check for the 50 applications in the batch, and mail the applications and payment to the address on the renewal application.

    Permanent Employee Registration Card Renewal Batch Application

Notices

  • We have a new Third Party Authorization for licensure applicants, which may be found here! This is for applicants to authorize individuals or companies to contact IDFPR on your behalf regarding your application. All other versions of the form will no longer be accepted by the Department starting May 1, 2024.
  • Important Notice FCC Retired Peace Officer Waiver - LEOSA

Private Alarm Contractor Licensee Application

Private Alarm Contractor Agency Registration

Firearm Training Card

FCC Retired Peace Officer Waiver - LEOSA

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