Disclaimer

Not a government agency

This website is an independent informational and referral resource. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by any federal, state, or local government agency. Official requirements, forms, fees, and application status come only from the authority that administers licensing in your jurisdiction.

Not a licensing service

We do not issue firearm licenses or permits, process applications, or make official eligibility determinations. We cannot expedite, appeal, renew, or check the status of an application.

Not legal advice

Nothing on this website constitutes legal advice, and no attorney-client relationship is created by using it. If you need advice about your own circumstances, consult a licensed attorney in your state.

General information that changes

Firearm and concealed-carry laws vary by state and may change, sometimes quickly. Information here is general in nature, may be incomplete or out of date, and should be verified with the appropriate government authority. State pages labeled “pending review” have not yet been verified against authoritative sources and are excluded from search indexing for that reason.

Categories are not determinations

The licensing categories shown on this site describe which framework a state uses. They do not state that any individual may lawfully carry a firearm, that a permit is unnecessary for a particular person, or that an application would be approved. Eligibility and approval depend on applicable law and individual circumstances and are decided by the relevant government authority.

No encouragement to carry

Describing a state’s licensing framework is not advice or encouragement to possess or carry a firearm. Restrictions on where and how a firearm may be carried apply in every state, and federal law applies regardless of state category.

Third-party providers

Where a provider is available, this site links to independent third parties who run their own eligibility review or application-assistance services under their own terms. We do not control those services, do not guarantee their results, and are not responsible for their content or conduct. Review their disclosures before providing information.

No firearm sales

This website does not sell firearms, ammunition, firearm components, or firearm accessories, and it does not display firearm product imagery.

Contact

Corrections and questions: [email protected]. Reports of inaccurate state information are prioritized.