Frequently Asked Questions

Step 1: Call or go to your local police department / resident state troopers’ office and visit the records department. Ask for your local pistol permit application. The application will come with instructions to either call and make an appointment or visit between set hours in order to have your state and federal fingerprints taken, as well as drop off your completed application.

Step 2: Once you have picked up your application and instructions, complete the application to the best of your knowledge. Any sections you are unsure of should be left blank and discussed during your Basic Safety Pistol Course.

Step 3: Schedule to take your Basic Safety Pistol Course. Call us to schedule your class. This course is the pistol permit CT-approved course needed to take and pass in order to obtain your Certificate of Completion. This certificate must be submitted along with your completed and notarized application. The cost of the class is $200.00. The fee to notarize your application is optional and an additional $10.00.

Step 4: Once you complete the application and course, contact or visit the department from where you obtained your application to have your fingerprints taken and the application submitted. Prior to the time you submit your fingerprints, you must make three money orders for the local processing fee ($70.00), federal fingerprint processing fee ($13.25), and state fingerprint processing fee ($75.00). The total amount is $158.25. Please note: Some departments vary, from town to town, in terms of additional items needed such as passport photos, additional forms to complete, etc. Bring those documents to class for review and completion. Also, note that each department may charge a fee to roll your fingerprints. The fee varies from town to town.

Step 5: Once you hand over your application, certificate, money orders, and additional material (if applicable), the local department has eight weeks to issue you a temporary local pistol permit, valid for only sixty days, or denial.

Step 6: This is the final step. If a denial is issued, you have the option to contact the CT Board of Firearms Permit Examiners and file an appeal. If approval is issued, you receive your temporary pistol permit. Within 60 days, you must go to the State Police with a copy of your proof of citizenship (birth certificate, US Passport, etc) and money order for processing ($70.00), and you will immediately be photographed and issued your CT Permit to Carry Pistols and Revolvers, which is valid for 5 years and is necessary to purchase any firearm in Connecticut.

All classes are non-refundable. Any class rescheduled by the participant more than seven (7) days from the scheduled date of class may be transferred to the same class being held on a different date. Any class rescheduled by the participant less than seven (7) days from the scheduled date of class may be transferred to the same class being held on a different date with a $50.00 rescheduling fee. If a participant does not contact us and is a “no-show”, the participant forfeits any monies paid towards the same class / service unless otherwise agreed to, in writing, by Goldeneye Training Academy. Please click here to see our full cancellation / re-scheduling / refund policy.

Our classes are held in English and we expect all of our participants to communicate in English. If you believe that this may be difficult for you, we suggest bringing a translator with you. If you chose to bring a translator, you must pay for their seat as well.

On the local level (Town of Residence, CT Police Department or First Selectman’s Office) you will need to get fingerprinted (prices vary), complete a background check ($89.61) and pay the application fee ($70.00) to the town. Upon completing this, you will then be given a letter (good for 60 days) to apply for your pistol permit with the State of Connecticut ($70.00). Each town is different in how they want you to obtain this permit so it’s important to visit your local police department’s website and download the form or visit their records department to obtain the town “cover letter”. If there’s no police department in the town you live, then you may obtain these instructions for your local selectmen / selectwoman’s office.

Please read the section on our Pistol Permit page.

8 Hours

The CT Permit to Carry Pistols and Revolvers is the official name of the ID but most people call it the “CT Pistol Permit”. This permit, once received, allows you to carry firearms (concealed), purchase firearms and ammunition regardless as to a handgun or long gun (Shotgun and Rifles).

You can either call (860) 685-8494, e-mail the change of information to the Special Licensing and Firearms Unit, or mail a letter to the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection, Division of State Police, Special Licensing and Firearms Unit at 1111 Country Club Rd., Middletown, CT. 06457. Change of address is required within 2 business days, and the letter should include the permit number, name, date of birth, old address, and new address. If your pistol permit is expired, you may need to reapply for a pistol permit in CT.

Both the pistol permit and guard card and good for 5 years and renewable by only submitting the appropriate fees.

According to Everytown, 39% of gun owners have no safety training. That’s why it’s important to make sure you take the proper classes associated with gun protection. The fees for a pistol permit in CT are as follows:

Basic Safety Pistol Course – Varies by the instructor (Goldeneye Services: $200)
Local Permit Application Fee – $70.00
Federal Fingerprint Processing Fee – $13.25
State Fingerprint Processing Fee – $75.00
Fingerprint Fee – Varies by fingerprint technician
State Permit Processing Fee – $70.00
Fees for additional materials – Varies by departmental requests

We accept checks, cash, paypal, and all major credit / debit cards

Sign up by clicking here to be added to our waitlist. You will be contacted, via email, when a spot is open.

It depends. Felony convictions at any point in your life, will automatically disqualify you. If you have a criminal record and it is not a felony, please give us a call for more guidance.

A Valid CT Identification (Driver’s License, State ID, etc)

$104.00

A guard card can be obtained by completing a security guard class in CT. A guard card or Security Officer’s Identification Card is the required government identification in order to work for a security agency while a blue card or “Security Officer Firearms Permit” is an endorsement on your current pistol permit that allows you to work, for a security agency, as an armed guard.

Both the pistol permit in CT and guard card are good for 5 years and renewable by only submitting the appropriate fees.

Below is a breakdown of the fees involved in obtaining your CT guard card.

A. Security Officer Training Course – Varies upon instructor (Goldeneye Services: $100.00)
B. Fingerprint Fees and Processing Charges – Federal: $12.00, State: $75.00, Fees to take print varies upon location
C. State Application Fee for Security Officer – $100.00

Goldeneye Training Academy reserves the right to re-schedule any scheduled class due to severe weather, insufficient minimum registration, or other reasons as determined by Goldeneye Training Academy. If a class is canceled, students will be rescheduled to a later scheduled date of their choice so long as slots are available.

Some courses require a minimum number of participants as noted in the course description. If you register for a course with a minimum and the minimum number of participants have not registered within 2 days prior to the course, Goldeneye Training Academy reserves the right to cancel / reschedule the course. Students will be given the opportunity to reschedule to a future scheduled course date. Refunds may be given if a future class is not available.

It is difficult for Goldeneye Training Academy to fill your spot if you cannot attend class and provide notice within 7 days of the class. If a student notifies Goldeneye Training Academy requesting to reschedule a class, within 7 days of the class date, instead of forfeiting the class fee and paying the full price of the future class, the student will incur a $50.00 re-scheduling fee towards that future class. If a re-scheduled date is reserved and the student notifies Goldeneye Training Academy requesting to reschedule a class for a second time, within 7 days of the second reserved class date, the student then forfeits the class fee and must pay the full price of the third future class, in advance.

If a class does not have the minimum students registered, it will be rescheduled to a later class of the student’s choice.

Refund Policy

No refunds given, however credit towards a future class may be applied with approval. If a class is cancelled due to lack of meeting the minimum number of participants as noted in the course description, students will be given the opportunity to reschedule to a future scheduled course date. Refunds may be given if a future class is not available.

All classes are non-refundable. Any class rescheduled by the participant more than seven (7) days from the scheduled date of class may be transferred to the same class being held on a different date. Any class rescheduled by the participant less than seven (7) days from the scheduled date of class may be transferred to the same class being held on a different date with a $50.00 rescheduling fee. If a participant does not contact us and is a “no-show”, the participant forfeits any monies paid towards the same class / service unless otherwise agreed to, in writing, by Goldeneye Training Academy. Please click here to see our full cancellation / re-scheduling / refund policy.

Sign up here to be added to our waitlist. You will be contacted, via email, when a spot is open.

Our classes are held in English. Our exams are written in English and we expect all of our participants to communicate in English. If you believe that this may be difficult for you, we suggest bringing a translator with you. If you chose to bring a translator, you must pay for their seat as well.

Technically, no.

Someone who completes the Guard Card course but has not yet received their guard card CANNOT work as a security guard, without a receipt from SLFU, unless under the direct on-site supervision of a licensed security officer with at least one year of experience as a security officer. NO EXCEPTIONS! Please note that any law enforcement officer may ask you for your security identification and if this can’t be provided, then not only you will be fined but also the agency that employs you.

The test is written. It is 20 questions consisting of multiple choice, true/false, and fill in the blanks. If you pay attention in class and take notes, then you will pass.

Please read the section on Guard card Webpage.

The fees for obtaining are as follows:

Security guard class in CT/ (Guard Card) Training Course – Varies by the instructor (Goldeneye Services: $85.00)
State Application Fee – $100.00
Federal Fingerprint Processing Fee – $13.25
State Fingerprint Processing Fee – $75.00
Fingerprint Fee – Varies by fingerprint technician
Fees for additional materials – Varies by departmental requests

We accept checks, cash, paypal, and all major credit / debit cards

Our complete application package is an optional service we offer to those who need it.

It consists of filling out all of your paperwork for you (minus your signature), submitting background check information, paying all of the fees, fingerprinting, 2×2 photos, and overnight mailing of your application with tracking confirmation and signature delivery.

Once this package is complete, the only thing left for you to do is wait for your CT Guard Card to arrive in the mail.

Since this service is optional, you can sign up for this service either during class or you can return on another date to get it done for you. You can also opt to have certain parts of the application completed such as just your fingerprints or passport photos or background checks. We’ve even had folks who have taken the class at another location stop in to us to have the package completed for them.

It’s all up to you.

Our classes are held in English. Our exams are written in English and we expect all of our participants to communicate in English. If you believe that this may be difficult for you, we suggest bringing a translator with you. If you chose to bring a translator, you must pay for their seat as well.

Failure of the security officer to obtain the certification identification card may result in the employee being issued a citation.

Any people hired to work, as security officer shall be certified as a security officer and obtain an identification card prior to the security service company making application to register the security officer with the Commissioner of Emergency Services and Public Protection.

Should you have any questions, or require anything further, please do not hesitate to contact the CT State Police at (860) 685-8046.

 

Source: https://portal.ct.gov/despp/division-of-state-police/special-licensing-and-firearms/private-security-companies?language=en_US

You will need to complete a background check, get fingerprinted, submit 2×2 photographs, pay the background fees and application fees to the state. The fees for most of these items vary. Our prices are listed below when you click to sign up.

A Valid CT Identification (Driver’s License, State ID, etc.)

$95.00

The CT Security Officer Identification Card is also more commonly known as the CT Guard Card. This is the required card needed to work, in the State of Connecticut, as a Security Officer / Guard.

8 Hours

Cancellation Policy

All classes must be cancelled no later than 30 days prior to the day of the class. Failure to do so will result in forfeiture of class fee. Upon request, the class may be rescheduled to a later available class date. Cancellation must be done by email or phone.

Goldeneye Training Academy reserves the right to cancel courses at any time with reasonable notice given to students. If a course is cancelled, the student will be given the opportunity to reschedule to another class date.

Students can cancel class registration at any time, we do ask you notify us as soon as possible (email or phone) to allow other students to fill the spot. See Refund and Rescheduling Policy for details that may apply.

Goldeneye Training Academy reserves the right to cancel any training course due to insufficient enrollment. Notice will be provided with the option to reschedule to a future class date or for a full refund of the class fee.

No shows will incur the full cost of registration unless otherwise agreed to by Goldeneye Training Academy.

Rescheduling Policy

Goldeneye Training Academy understands that events happen requiring the need to reschedule a class. Please give as much notice as possible to allow Goldeneye Training Academy to fill your spot.

Goldeneye Training Academy reserves the right to re-schedule any scheduled class due to severe weather, insufficient minimum registration, or other reasons as determined by Goldeneye Training Academy. If a class is canceled, students will be rescheduled to a later scheduled date of their choice so long as slots are available.

Some courses require a minimum number of participants as noted in the course description. If you register for a course with a minimum and the minimum number of participants have not registered within 2 days prior to the course, Goldeneye Training Academy reserves the right to cancel / reschedule the course. Students will be given the opportunity to reschedule to a future scheduled course date. Refunds may be given if a future class is not available.

It is difficult for Goldeneye Training Academy to fill your spot if you cannot attend class and provide notice within 7 days of the class. If a student notifies Goldeneye Training Academy requesting to reschedule a class, within 7 days of the class date, instead of forfeiting the class fee and paying the full price of the future class, the student will incur a $50.00 re-scheduling fee towards that future class. If a re-scheduled date is reserved and the student notifies Goldeneye Training Academy requesting to reschedule a class for a second time, within 7 days of the second reserved class date, the student then forfeits the class fee and must pay the full price of the third future class, in advance.

If a class does not have the minimum students registered, it will be rescheduled to a later class of the student’s choice.

Refund Policy

No refunds given, however credit towards a future class may be applied with approval. If a class is cancelled due to lack of meeting the minimum number of participants as noted in the course description, students will be given the opportunity to reschedule to a future scheduled course date. Refunds may be given if a future class is not available.

We accept checks, cash, paypal, and all major credit / debit cards.

You must bring your guard card AND pistol permit as well as payment for the class. You are also required to bring the firearm(s) you intend on using for duty, 100-150 rounds of ammunition, a holster, a sturdy leather belt. You are suggested to also bring footwear and company uniform, bug spray and/or sun screen, and a brimmed hat.

Below is a breakdown of the fees involved in obtaining your blue card (not including the cost of a gun class in CT or gun training).

a. Blue Card Training Course – Varies upon instructor (Goldeneye Services: $200.00)
b. State of Connecticut Processing Fees: $62.00

Just once, however you must requalify with the firearm you intend to use “on duty” yearly. The state does not charge for this yearly re-qualification. Instead, you must pay the state to renew your blue card endorsement, on your pistol permit, when you renew your pistol permit, every 5 years. The endorsement runs the length of your pistol permit. To requalify, you must complete a re-qualification with a blue card instructor. Goldeneye Service’s cost for re-qualification is $90.00 for the first 2 handguns and $10.00 for each handgun thereafter.

Our classes are held in English. Our exams are written in English and we expect all of our participants to communicate in English. If you believe that this may be difficult for you, we suggest bringing a translator with you. If you chose to bring a translator, you must pay for their seat as well.

You will need to complete a background check and pay the application fee ($62.00) to the state after you have received approval from your security company employer.

• You’re CT Driver’s license
• Your CT Pistol Permit – Don’t have this? Click here for more information.
• Your CT Guard Card– Don’t have this? Click here for more information.
• Additional required equipment is listed further down on this page.

8 Hours

A guard card or Security Officer’s Identification Card is the required government identification in order to work for a security agency while a blue card or “Security Officer Firearms Permit” is an endorsement on your current pistol permit that allows you to work, for a security agency, as an armed guard.

Our blue card training is an intermediate level course. Familiarization of your handgun is necessary and understanding handgun safety is paramount. Simply put, if the last time you handled a firearm was during your pistol permit class, you may have difficulty keeping up with your peers. This will also apply to any blue card class you take anywhere in the state, as it is naturally a more advanced course. We suggest going to a gun range and becoming familiar with your firearm before taking this course. If you are unsure if you’re ready to take this course, contact us OR schedule a private lesson to diagnose any shooting errors.

TAll classes are non-refundable. Any class rescheduled by the participant more than seven (7) days from the scheduled date of class may be transferred to the same class being held on a different date. Any class rescheduled by the participant less than seven (7) days from the scheduled date of class may be transferred to the same class being held on a different date with a $50.00 rescheduling fee. If a participant does not contact us and is a “no-show”, the participant forfeits any monies paid towards the same class / service unless otherwise agreed to, in writing, by Goldeneye Training Academy. Please click here to see our full cancellation / re-scheduling / refund policy.

Sign up by clicking here to be added to our waitlist. You will be contacted, via email, when a spot is open.

• There is a written test as well as a live fire qualification exam. The written test is 50 questions consisting of multiple choice, true/false, and fill in the blanks. If you pay attention in class and take notes, then you will pass.
• The live fire qualification consists of shooting 60 rounds from varying distances ranging from 5 feet to 75 feet. Each round that enters the target is marked and scored. 80% or higher is the proper passing score. If you believe you might have a hard time accomplishing this such as a new shooter, not enough practice or difficulty in testing, please either give us a call, sign up instead for a private lesson or for our Armed Guard Prep Course to get you ready.

• You’re CT Driver’s license
• Your CT Pistol Permit – Don’t have this? Click here for more information.
• Your CT Guard Card– Don’t have this? Click here for more information.
• Additional required equipment is listed further down on this page.

$200.00

The Armed Guard Endorsement is also commonly known as the “blue card”. This is an endorsement that goes on your CT Pistol Permit which allows any licensed security officer/ guard to carry a firearm for employment purposes as an Armed Guard.