Tennessee citizens with a valid handgun carry permit now have the option to upgrade to a lifetime permit for a lower cost. In 2016, the 109th General Assembly lowered the renewal fee on lifetime handgun carry permits from $500 to $200. The new fee for an eight year permit is now $100. If your current permit has an expiration date, you can upgrade to the lifetime permit by picking up an application at any driver services center and pay the $200 upgrade fee at any time.