UPDATE ADVISORY: Permit to Purchase – Instructor Guidance Clarification

This advisory updates and clarifies the Delaware State Police news release issued on October 6th, 2025, regarding the Permit to Purchase Firearms Instructor information.

 

What’s new/clarified for instructors

  • Instructor pre-approval is optional. If you choose not to seek pre-approval, course compliance will be confirmed during the applicant’s permit review.
  • Instructor Portal is live: Permit to Purchase Instructor Portal
  • Pre-approved instructors who meet statutory requirements will appear on the public list of approved providers.
  • Helpline hours:
    • Mon – Sat 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.| Sun 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
    • Contact: (302) 741-2800 | [email protected]
  • Training course requirements are defined in Delaware Code Online

Call to action for instructors: Review the Training Course Guidelines and, if desired, submit the optional pre-approval via the Instructor Portal.

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