Unfortunately different counties here in PA do things differently regarding a license to carry a firearm (LTCF). They are not supposed to, but they do.
Some call references you list on the app, some don't. Some call your employer, most don't.
Others just do the PICS background check and that's it.
Some counties you can walk in and walk out with your LTCF in a half hour.
It seems like Centre County overall is the best for non-resident licenses.
http://www.co.centre.pa.us/sheriff/l...pplication.asp
And they'll do it all thru the mail for you.
Hope that's of some help to you.