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Educational Information Only: Concealed carry laws change frequently and vary significantly by jurisdiction. This information is for educational purposes only. Always consult official state sources and/or a licensed attorney before carrying a firearm.

Concealed Carry Permits
by State — 2026

State-by-state concealed carry permit requirements, fees, training requirements, reciprocity agreements, and permitless carry (constitutional carry) status for all 50 states. Always verify with your state's official issuing authority.

All 50 States Covered Permitless Carry Status Reciprocity & Training Info
50States Covered
28Permitless Carry
48Shall-Issue States
27Issue Non-Resident
Permitless carry status
Permit fees
Training requirements
Reciprocity agreements
Non-resident permits
Know Your Rights

Why CCW Permit Knowledge Matters

Self Defense
The Second Amendment protects the right to keep and bear arms. A CCW permit allows citizens to exercise that right for personal protection while complying with state law.
Travel Across States
Reciprocity agreements mean your permit may be recognized in dozens of other states. Knowing which states honor your permit protects you from unintentional violations while traveling.
Legal Clarity
Understanding your state's specific laws — prohibited locations, duty to inform, open carry rules — helps responsible gun owners stay compliant and avoid serious legal consequences.
Responsibility
Even in permitless carry states, voluntary training improves firearm safety. Many permit holders take courses even when not required — a responsible decision that reduces accidents and improves situational awareness.
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AL
Alabama
Permit $20
Valid 1yr
Permitless Shall Issue
CCW requirements 33 reciprocity states
AK
Alaska
Permit Free
Permitless Shall Issue
CCW requirements 33 reciprocity states
AZ
Arizona
Permit $60
Valid 5yr
Permitless Shall Issue
CCW requirements 34 reciprocity states
AR
Arkansas
Permit $95
Valid 5yr
Permitless Shall Issue
CCW requirements 34 reciprocity states
CA
California
Permit $100
Valid 2yr
Shall Issue
CCW requirements
CO
Colorado
Permit $53
Valid 5yr
Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements 29 reciprocity states
CT
Connecticut
Permit $70
Valid 5yr
Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements 21 reciprocity states
DE
Delaware
Permit $65
Valid 3yr
Shall Issue
CCW requirements 19 reciprocity states
FL
Florida
Permit $97
Valid 7yr
Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements 34 reciprocity states
GA
Georgia
Permit $30
Valid 5yr
Permitless Shall Issue
CCW requirements 34 reciprocity states
HI
Hawaii
Permit $10
Valid 2yr
Shall Issue
CCW requirements
ID
Idaho
Permit $20
Valid 5yr
Permitless Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements 33 reciprocity states
IL
Illinois
Permit $150
Valid 5yr
Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements
IN
Indiana
Permit Free
Permitless Shall Issue
CCW requirements 34 reciprocity states
IA
Iowa
Permit $50
Valid 5yr
Permitless Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements 34 reciprocity states
KS
Kansas
Permit $33
Valid 4yr
Permitless Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements 34 reciprocity states
KY
Kentucky
Permit $60
Valid 5yr
Permitless Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements 34 reciprocity states
LA
Louisiana
Permit $125
Valid 5yr
Permitless Shall Issue
CCW requirements 34 reciprocity states
ME
Maine
Permit $35
Valid 4yr
Permitless Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements 34 reciprocity states
MD
Maryland
Permit $75
Valid 2yr
Shall Issue
CCW requirements
MA
Massachusetts
Permit $100
Valid 6yr
Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements
MI
Michigan
Permit $105
Valid 5yr
Shall Issue
CCW requirements 31 reciprocity states
MN
Minnesota
Permit $100
Valid 5yr
Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements 23 reciprocity states
MS
Mississippi
Permit $112
Valid 5yr
Permitless Shall Issue
CCW requirements 34 reciprocity states
MO
Missouri
Permit $100
Valid 5yr
Permitless Shall Issue
CCW requirements 34 reciprocity states
MT
Montana
Permit $50
Valid 4yr
Permitless Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements 33 reciprocity states
NE
Nebraska
Permit $100
Valid 5yr
Permitless Shall Issue
CCW requirements 34 reciprocity states
NV
Nevada
Permit $96
Valid 5yr
Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements 32 reciprocity states
NH
New Hampshire
Permit $10
Valid 5yr
Permitless Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements 34 reciprocity states
NJ
New Jersey
Permit $200
Valid 2yr
Shall Issue
CCW requirements
NM
New Mexico
Permit $100
Valid 4yr
Shall Issue
CCW requirements 31 reciprocity states
NY
New York
Permit $340
CCW requirements
NC
North Carolina
Permit $90
Valid 5yr
Shall Issue
CCW requirements 22 reciprocity states
ND
North Dakota
Permit $40
Valid 5yr
Permitless Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements 34 reciprocity states
OH
Ohio
Permit $67
Valid 5yr
Permitless Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements 34 reciprocity states
OK
Oklahoma
Permit $100
Valid 5yr
Permitless Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements 34 reciprocity states
OR
Oregon
Permit $65
Valid 4yr
Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements 23 reciprocity states
PA
Pennsylvania
Permit $20
Valid 5yr
Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements 31 reciprocity states
RI
Rhode Island
Permit $40
Valid 4yr
Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements 19 reciprocity states
SC
South Carolina
Permit $50
Valid 5yr
Permitless Shall Issue
CCW requirements 34 reciprocity states
SD
South Dakota
Permit $10
Valid 5yr
Permitless Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements 34 reciprocity states
TN
Tennessee
Permit $100
Valid 8yr
Permitless Shall Issue
CCW requirements 34 reciprocity states
TX
Texas
Permit $40
Valid 5yr
Permitless Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements 34 reciprocity states
UT
Utah
Permit $53
Valid 5yr
Permitless Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements 34 reciprocity states
VT
Vermont
Permit info available
Permitless
CCW requirements
VA
Virginia
Permit $50
Valid 5yr
Shall Issue
CCW requirements 24 reciprocity states
WA
Washington
Permit $36
Valid 5yr
Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements 23 reciprocity states
WV
West Virginia
Permit $75
Valid 5yr
Permitless Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements 34 reciprocity states
WI
Wisconsin
Permit $40
Valid 5yr
Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements 39 reciprocity states
WY
Wyoming
Permit Free
Valid 5yr
Permitless Shall Issue NR Permit
CCW requirements 33 reciprocity states
FAQ

Common Concealed Carry Questions

Constitutional carry (also called permitless carry) means a person who can legally own a firearm can carry it concealed without obtaining a government-issued permit. As of 2026, more than 25 states have adopted some form of permitless carry. However, even in permitless carry states, permits are still available — and often beneficial because they provide reciprocity in other states that require permits.
It depends on reciprocity agreements. Some states (like Florida) have broad reciprocity and honor many other states' permits. Others (like California, New York, Illinois) honor very few or no out-of-state permits. Texas LTC holders have reciprocity in 37+ states. Always check the specific reciprocity list for both your issuing state and the state you're traveling to before carrying.
Validity varies widely: 4 years (Montana), 5 years (most states including Texas, Florida, Ohio, Colorado), 7 years (Florida), 8 years (Tennessee), 10 years (Illinois). Some states issue lifetime permits. When a permit expires, you must renew it — usually with updated background check and renewal fee.
Training requirements vary dramatically. Some states (Arizona, Alaska, Wyoming, Georgia) require no training. Texas requires 4–6 hours including live fire for the LTC. Illinois has the most stringent requirement at 16 hours (8 hours in a classroom, 8 hours on a range). Most states fall in the 4–8 hour range. A few states (Pennsylvania, New Hampshire) require no training at all.
Federal law prohibits carrying in federal buildings, federal facilities, schools, and anywhere federal law specifically prohibits it. State prohibited locations vary but commonly include: courthouses, police/fire stations, hospitals, bars (or establishments with >51% alcohol sales), houses of worship (in some states), polling places, and government meetings. Always check your specific state's list of prohibited locations.
When you cross into another state, that state's laws govern. If the state recognizes your permit (via reciprocity), you can carry per their laws. If not, you cannot carry concealed. Federal law (FOPA) protects travelers transporting firearms in locked containers unloaded and inaccessible, but this does NOT cover concealed carry. Always research each state before crossing.