Concealed Carry Reciprocity by State 2026

That little blue GPS dot doesn’t care what you meant to do.

One exit can take you from “legal and locked in” to “wrong permit, wrong rules, wrong day”—because concealed carry reciprocity is not national. It’s a moving patchwork of state-by-state decisions, special conditions, and fine print that most travelers don’t discover until something goes sideways.

This 2026 concealed carry reciprocity guide is built to fix that.

Inside, you’ll see—fast—three things that matter every time you cross a line:

Does your destination honor your permit?
Who honors your state’s permit (and under what conditions)?
What are the tripwire restrictions that catch good people? (resident-only recognition, Enhanced/Class permit requirements, age thresholds, “handguns only,” and “issued/renewed after” rules)

And don’t overlook the U.S. territories and bordering countries section. The common assumption—“It’s still the U.S., so my permit should work”—is exactly how travelers get burned. In many of those jurisdictions, the safest default is simple: assume no reciprocity until you’ve verified it.

Important: This is legal information for educational purposes—not legal advice. Laws change, enforcement and interpretation vary, and you’re responsible for confirming current rules using official sources before you travel.

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Concealed Carry Reciprocity by State (2026 Update)

Alabama (AL)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes. Alabama honors valid out-of-state concealed carry permits. Visitors must follow Alabama law while carrying in Alabama.
States that honor an Alabama permit (32): Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.
Age note (per your draft): All require 21+, except Indiana, Montana, and North Dakota.

Alaska (AK)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes, if the permit holder is 21+ (includes permits from D.C., New York City, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands).
Permitless carry note: Alaska allows permitless concealed carry for anyone who may lawfully possess a firearm.
States that honor an Alaska permit (38): Alabama, Arizona (21+), Arkansas (21+), Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas (21+), Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine (21+), Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri (19+), Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire (18+), New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma (21+), Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota (21+), Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont (21+), Virginia, West Virginia (21+), Wisconsin, Wyoming.

Arizona (AZ)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes, for carriers 21+.
States that honor an Arizona permit (37): Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado (resident only), Delaware, Florida (resident only), Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan (resident only), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania (resident only), South Carolina (resident only), South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.

Arkansas (AR)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes, including permits from D.C., New York City, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, for carriers 21+.
States that honor an Arkansas permit (37): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Colorado (resident only), Delaware, Florida (resident only), Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan (resident only), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania (resident only), South Carolina (resident only), South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.

California (CA)

Honors other states’ permits: No. California does not honor any other state’s concealed carry permits.
States that honor a California permit (24): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah (21+), Vermont, Virginia, Wisconsin (21+).

Colorado (CO)

Honors other states’ permits: Conditional. Colorado honors only resident permits from states that honor Colorado permits. Colorado does not honor out-of-state nonresident permits. Carrier must be 21+.
States that honor a Colorado permit (34): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida (resident only), Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan (resident only), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania (resident only), South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.

Connecticut (CT)

Honors other states’ permits: No. Connecticut does not honor any other state’s concealed carry permits.
States that honor a Connecticut permit (24): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan (residents only), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Wisconsin.

Delaware (DE)

Delaware permits honored in: 28 states (per your draft).
Delaware reciprocity states (20): Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Idaho (Enhanced permits only), Kentucky, Maine, Michigan, Missouri, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota (Class 1 permits only), Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota (Enhanced permits only), Tennessee, Texas, Utah, West Virginia.

District of Columbia (DC)

Honors other states’ permits: No. D.C. does not recognize any other state’s carry license.
Nonresident license note: Another state’s carry license may be used to apply for a nonresident D.C. pistol license.
States that honor a D.C. pistol license (21): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan (resident only), Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia.

Florida (FL)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes, but only if the other state honors Florida’s license; carrier must be 21+ and must have a resident permit (per your draft).
Florida reciprocity states (36): Alabama (handguns only), Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado (handguns only; resident only), Delaware, Georgia (handguns only), Idaho, Indiana (handguns only), Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana (handguns only), Maine, Michigan (handguns only; resident only), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska (handguns only), Nevada (handguns only), New Hampshire, New Mexico (handguns only), North Carolina (handguns only), North Dakota, Ohio (handguns only), Oklahoma, Pennsylvania (handguns only; resident only), South Carolina (handguns only; resident only), South Dakota, Tennessee (handguns only), Texas (handguns only), Utah, Vermont, Virginia (handguns only), West Virginia, Wisconsin (only nonresident permits issued/renewed after 8/1/2013), Wyoming (handguns only).

Georgia (GA)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes. Georgia honors resident and nonresident permits if the carrier is 21+ (or 18+ if in the military).
States that honor a Georgia permit (33): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado (resident only), Florida (21+; resident only), Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan (21+; resident only), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania (21+; resident only), South Carolina (21+; resident only), South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.

Hawaii (HI)

Honors other states’ permits: No. Hawaii does not honor any other state’s concealed carry permits.
States that honor a Hawaii permit (26): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin.

Idaho (ID)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes, but reciprocity treatment varies (per your draft).
States with full reciprocity with Idaho (25): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, Wyoming.
Restricted reciprocity states (Enhanced permits and/or resident permits only) (14): Colorado (resident), Delaware (Enhanced), Florida (resident), Louisiana (Enhanced), Michigan (resident), Minnesota (Enhanced), Pennsylvania (Enhanced and resident), South Carolina (Enhanced and resident), Virginia (Enhanced), Washington (Enhanced), Wisconsin (Enhanced).

Illinois (IL)

Honors other states’ permits: No.
Nonresident IL permits: Illinois issues nonresident permits only to residents of Arkansas, Mississippi, Texas, and Virginia (per your draft).
States that honor an Illinois permit (26): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan (resident only), Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Wisconsin.

Indiana (IN)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes, including D.C., New York City, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands (per your draft).
Draft note: Your sentence says “except Vermont,” but your list includes Vermont—so this line needs reconciliation during fact-check.
States that honor an Indiana permit (32): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado (21+; resident only), Florida (21+; resident only), Georgia (21+), Idaho (21+), Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana (21+), Maine, Michigan (21+; resident only), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, North Carolina (21+), North Dakota, Ohio (21+), Oklahoma, Pennsylvania (21+; resident only), South Dakota, Tennessee (21+), Texas (21+), Utah (21+), Vermont, Virginia (21+), West Virginia, Wisconsin (21+), Wyoming (21+).

Iowa (IA)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes, including Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
States that honor an Iowa permit (33): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado (resident only), Florida (21+; resident only), Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan (21+; resident only), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska (non-Professional permit only), New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania (21+; resident only), South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.

Kansas (KS)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes, including Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, if carrier is 21+.
States that honor a Kansas permit (37): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado (resident only), Florida (resident only), Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan (resident only), Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania (resident only), South Carolina (resident only), South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.

Kentucky (KY)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes, including nonresident permits, if carrier is 21+.
States that honor a Kentucky permit (37): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado (resident only), Delaware, Florida (resident only), Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan (resident only), Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania (resident only), South Carolina (resident only), South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.

Louisiana (LA)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes, but only from states that honor Louisiana; carrier must be 21+.
States that honor a Louisiana permit (38): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado (resident only), Florida (handguns only; resident only), Georgia, Idaho (Enhanced permit only), Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Michigan (resident only), Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania (resident only), South Carolina (resident only), South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin (issued/renewed on or after 03/09/2015), Wyoming.

Maine (ME)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes—permits from 27 states (per your draft).
Permitless carry note: Permitless carry for persons 21+ who may lawfully possess a firearm.
Age note: If carrying under a permit Maine honors, carrier must be 18+ (per your draft).
States that honor a Maine permit (25 listed in your draft): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida (resident only), Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan (resident only), Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Wyoming.
Draft note: Your count vs. list length needs reconciliation during fact-check.
Age note (per your draft): In those states, 21+ except Alabama, Delaware, Indiana, and North Dakota.

Maryland (MD)

Honors other states’ permits: No.
States that honor a Maryland permit (23): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan (resident only), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Wisconsin.

Massachusetts (MA)

Honors other states’ permits: No.
States that honor a Massachusetts permit (24): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan (resident only), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Wisconsin.

Michigan (MI)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes, resident permits only (no nonresident permits). Also, the carrier may not remain in Michigan for more than 180 days (per your draft).
States that honor a Michigan permit (39): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado (resident only), Delaware, Florida (resident only), Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania (resident only), South Carolina (resident only), South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.

Minnesota (MN)

Honors other states’ permits: Minnesota honors permits from 15 states (per your draft).
States that honor a Minnesota permit (30 listed in your draft): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan (resident only), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina (resident only), South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin.
Draft note: Your “30 states” claim vs. list length needs reconciliation during fact-check.

Mississippi (MS)

Permitless carry note: Mississippi is a constitutional carry state (permitless carry).
Honors other states’ permits: Yes—Mississippi honors all states’ concealed carry permits (per your draft).
States that honor a Mississippi permit (34): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado (21+; resident only), Florida (21+; resident only), Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan (21+; resident only), Missouri, Montana, Nevada (Enhanced only), New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania (21+; resident only), South Carolina (Enhanced only; 21+; resident only), South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.

Missouri (MO)

Permitless carry note: Missouri is a constitutional carry state (permitless carry).
Honors other states’ permits: Yes—Missouri honors all states’ concealed carry permits (per your draft).
Written reciprocity agreements (6): Texas, South Dakota, Mississippi, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Hampshire.
States that honor a Missouri permit (30 listed in your draft): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado (21+), Delaware, Florida (21+; resident only), Georgia, Idaho (21+), Indiana, Iowa (21+), Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana (21+), Maine, Michigan (21+; resident only), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska (21+), New Hampshire, New Mexico (21+), North Carolina (21+), North Dakota, Ohio (21+), Oklahoma, Pennsylvania (21+; resident only), South Carolina (21+; resident only), South Dakota, Tennessee (21+), Texas (21+), Utah (21+), Vermont, Virginia (21+), West Virginia, Wisconsin (issued/renewed on or after 8/28/2013 and 21+), Wyoming (21+).
Draft note: Your “30 states” label doesn’t match the number listed here—needs reconciliation during fact-check.

Montana (MT)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes—Montana honors 44 states (per your draft).
States not honored (per your draft): Delaware, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island.
States that honor a Montana permit (31): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado (21+), Florida (21+), Georgia (21+), Idaho (21+), Indiana, Iowa (21+), Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana (21+), Michigan (21+), Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska (21+), Nevada (21+), North Carolina (21+), North Dakota, Ohio (21+), Oklahoma, Pennsylvania (21+), South Dakota, Tennessee (21+), Texas (21+), Utah (21+), Vermont, Virginia (21+), Wisconsin (21+), Wyoming (21+).

Nebraska (NE)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes—Nebraska honors 38 states (per your draft), with several restrictions.
Restriction notes (per your draft): Florida (handguns only), Idaho (Enhanced only), Iowa (non-professional only), Maine (21+), Missouri (21+), Montana (21+), North Dakota (Class 1 only), South Dakota (Enhanced only), Tennessee (Enhanced only and 21+), Utah (21+), West Virginia (CHLs only).
States that honor a Nebraska permit (32): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.

Nevada (NV)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes—Nevada honors states with a reciprocity agreement.
States with reciprocity with Nevada (31): Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Idaho (Enhanced only), Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi (Enhanced only), Montana (21+), Nebraska, New Mexico (21+), North Carolina, North Dakota (Enhanced only; 21+), Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota (Enhanced only), Tennessee (21+), Texas, Utah (21+), Virginia, West Virginia (21+), Wisconsin, Wyoming.

New Hampshire (NH)

Permitless carry note: New Hampshire allows permitless carry for persons 18+ (per your draft).
States that honor a New Hampshire permit (29): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado (21+; resident only), Florida (21+; resident only), Georgia (21+), Idaho (21+), Indiana, Iowa (21+), Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana (21+), Maine, Michigan (21+; resident only), Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina (21+), North Dakota, Ohio (21+), Oklahoma, Pennsylvania (21+; resident only), South Dakota, Tennessee (21+), Utah (21+), Vermont, Virginia (21+), West Virginia, Wyoming (21+).

New Jersey (NJ)

Honors other states’ permits: No.
Issuance note (per your draft): New Jersey is “may issue” and issues permits to residents and nonresidents.
States that honor a New Jersey permit (24): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan (resident only), Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia.

New Mexico (NM)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes—New Mexico honors 24 states (per your draft).
States that honor a New Mexico permit (35): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware (21+), Florida (handguns only), Idaho (Enhanced only), Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri (21+), Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, North Carolina, North Dakota (Class 1 only; 21+), Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia (21+), Wisconsin, Wyoming.

New York (NY)

Honors other states’ permits: No.
NYC note: NYC pistol licenses are valid statewide (per your draft).
States that honor a New York permit (23): Alabama (NYC permits not recognized, per your draft), Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan (resident only), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Wisconsin.

North Carolina (NC)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes, including D.C., New York City, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
States that honor a North Carolina permit (38): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado (resident only), Delaware, Florida (resident only), Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan (resident only), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania (resident only), South Carolina (resident only), South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.

North Dakota (ND)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes—North Dakota honors 38 states (per your draft).
Permit classes note: ND issues resident and nonresident permits; Class 1 and Class 2 permits exist, with Class 1 requiring a written test.
States that honor a North Dakota permit (39): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado (21+; resident only), Delaware (Class 1 only), Florida (21+; resident only), Georgia, Idaho (21+), Indiana, Iowa (21+), Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana (21+), Maine, Michigan (21+; resident only), Minnesota (Class 1 only; 21+), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska (Class 1 only), Nevada (21+), New Hampshire, New Mexico (Class 1 only; 21+), North Carolina (21+), Ohio (21+), Oklahoma, Pennsylvania (Class 1 only; 21+; resident only), South Carolina (21+; resident only), South Dakota, Tennessee (Class 1 only; 21+), Texas (21+), Utah (21+), Vermont, Virginia (Class 1 only), Washington (Class 1 only), West Virginia, Wisconsin (Class 1 only; 21+), Wyoming (21+).

Ohio (OH)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes—Ohio honors valid permits from any U.S. state/jurisdiction, including D.C., New York City, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
States that honor an Ohio permit (38): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado (resident only), Delaware, Florida (resident only), Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan (resident only), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania (resident only), South Carolina (resident only), South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas (issued/renewed on or after 03/23/2015), Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin (issued/renewed on or after 03/23/2015), Wyoming.

Oklahoma (OK)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes—Oklahoma honors valid licenses from other states. If the person is from a permitless carry state, Oklahoma reciprocates under that state’s laws (per your draft).
Age note: 21+ (per your draft).
States that honor an Oklahoma permit (37): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado (21+; resident only), Delaware, Florida (21+; resident only), Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan (21+; resident only), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania (21+; resident only), South Carolina (21+; resident only), South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin (issued/renewed on or after 10/1/2018), Wyoming.

Oregon (OR)

Honors other states’ permits: No.
States that honor an Oregon permit (23): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan (resident only), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia.

Pennsylvania (PA)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes—Pennsylvania honors permits from 28 states (per your draft), with restrictions.
Resident-only recognition (per your draft): Arizona, Florida, Mississippi, Utah, Virginia (resident permits only).
North Dakota note (per your draft): Only Class 1 permits.
States that honor a Pennsylvania permit (31): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado (resident only), Florida (resident only), Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan (resident only), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.

Rhode Island (RI)

Honors other states’ permits: No.
States that honor a Rhode Island permit (23 listed in your draft): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan (resident only), Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas (must be issued by R.I. Attorney General, per your draft), Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin.
Draft note: Your “23 states” label appears to conflict with the number listed—needs reconciliation during fact-check.

South Carolina (SC)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes, but only resident permits from states on South Carolina’s reciprocity list; minimum age 21+.
States that honor a South Carolina permit (33): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida (resident only), Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan (resident only), Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.

South Dakota (SD)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes, including D.C., New York City, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
States that honor a South Dakota permit (36): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado (21+; resident only), Delaware (Enhanced only), Florida (21+; resident only), Georgia (21+), Idaho (21+), Indiana, Iowa (21+), Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan (21+; resident only), Minnesota (21+; Enhanced only), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska (Enhanced only), Nevada (21+; Enhanced only), North Carolina (21+), North Dakota, Ohio (21+), Oklahoma, Pennsylvania (21+; resident only), Tennessee (21+), Texas (21+), Utah (21+), Vermont, Virginia (21+), Washington (Enhanced only), West Virginia, Wisconsin (Enhanced and Gold only), Wyoming (21+).

Tennessee (TN)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes, including D.C., New York City, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
States that honor a Tennessee permit (38): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado (resident only), Delaware, Florida (resident only), Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan (resident only), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska (21+; Enhanced only), Nevada (21+; not retired law enforcement lifetime), New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota (Enhanced only), Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania (resident only), South Carolina (resident only), South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.

Texas (TX)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes—Texas honors permits from 44 states (per your draft).
Special notes (per your draft): Rhode Island (only permits issued by the Attorney General). Ohio (only permits issued/renewed after 03/23/2015).
States that honor a Texas permit (36): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.

Utah (UT)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes, including D.C., New York City, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
States that honor a Utah permit (36): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado (21+; resident only), Delaware, Florida (21+; resident only), Georgia (21+), Idaho (21+), Indiana, Iowa (21+), Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana (21+), Maine, Michigan (21+; resident only), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska (21+), Nevada (21+), New Hampshire, North Carolina (21+), North Dakota, Ohio (21+), Oklahoma, Pennsylvania (21+; resident only), South Dakota, Tennessee (21+), Texas (21+), Vermont, Virginia (21+), Washington (regular/non-provisional permits only), West Virginia, Wisconsin (21+), Wyoming (21+).

Vermont (VT)

Permit issuance note: Vermont does not issue carry permits and operates under an “Unrestricted” policy (per your draft).
Honors other states’ permits: Vermont honors permits from all other states, including D.C., New York City, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Virginia (VA)

Honors other states’ permits: Virginia honors permits from all other states, including D.C., New York City, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
States that honor a Virginia permit (36): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado (resident only), Florida (resident only), Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan (resident only), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina (resident only), South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin (nonresident only), Wyoming.

Washington (WA)

Honors other states’ permits: Conditional. Washington requires: (1) the other state honors WA, (2) the other state does not issue to persons under 21, and (3) fingerprint-based checks for background and mental health history (per your draft).
States meeting WA’s criteria (9 listed in your draft): Idaho (Enhanced only), Kansas, Louisiana, Michigan, North Carolina, North Dakota (Class 1 only), Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota (Enhanced only), Utah (regular/non-provisional only).
States that honor a Washington permit (25): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan (resident only), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Wisconsin.

West Virginia (WV)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes—West Virginia honors every other state’s concealed carry permits.
States that honor a West Virginia permit (37): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado (21+; resident only), Delaware, Florida (21+; resident only), Georgia (21+), Idaho (21+), Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana (21+), Michigan (21+; resident only), Minnesota (21+), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska (CHLs only), Nevada (21+), New Hampshire, New Mexico (21+), North Carolina (21+), North Dakota, Ohio (21+), Oklahoma, Pennsylvania (21+; resident only), South Carolina (21+; resident only), South Dakota, Tennessee (21+), Texas (21+), Utah, Vermont, Virginia (21+), Wisconsin (21+), Wyoming (21+).

Wisconsin (WI)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes—Wisconsin honors permits from 45 states and all nonresident permits if the holder is 21+ (per your draft).
States that honor a Wisconsin permit (29): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado (resident only), Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan (resident only), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania (resident only), South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Wyoming.

Wyoming (WY)

Honors other states’ permits: Yes—Wyoming honors permits from 35 states (per your draft).
States that honor a Wyoming permit (36): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado (21+), Florida (21+), Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan (21+), Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania (21+), South Carolina (21+), South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin.

Concealed Carry Reciprocity by U.S. Territories + Bordering Countries (2026 Update)

American Samoa (AS)

Honors U.S. state permits: No. Don’t assume any U.S. state CCW/permitless carry authority applies.
Core rule: It’s unlawful for anyone (including temporary visitors) to possess “arms” without first obtaining a local license from the Commissioner of Public Safety.
What you can even license: Licenses are limited to certain shotguns (12/16/20/.410) and .22 caliber rifles (handguns are effectively a no-go under the current licensing scheme).
Import warning: Importing arms also requires a local license; customs may confiscate firearms imported unlawfully.

Guam (GU)

Honors U.S. state permits: No (don’t rely on them). Guam’s concealed carry authority is based on Guam-issued credentials, not your home-state permit.
How concealed carry works: A concealed firearms license is issued by Guam PD and is an endorsement on a Guam Firearms Identification Card.
Key limitation for travelers: Guam’s concealed license is issued only if the applicant is a resident of Guam and 21+ (among other qualifications).
Bottom line: If you’re traveling to Guam, assume you cannot lawfully carry concealed under a mainland permit.

Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) (MP)

Honors U.S. state permits: No recognized “reciprocity” for carry. Plan on CNMI’s own licensing/ID framework.
Nonresident problem: CNMI’s Firearm Owner’s Identification Card framework includes nonresidency as a ground for denial (i.e., nonresidents may not be eligible).
Arriving with a firearm: Firearms brought in as passenger baggage must be declared/surrendered; if the traveler lacks the required ID card, the firearm is handled through CNMI’s process and not simply “carried in.”
Bottom line: Treat CNMI as no-carry for visitors unless you’ve confirmed you qualify under CNMI law and procedures.

Puerto Rico (PR)

Honors U.S. state permits: Not automatic. Puerto Rico law addresses “licenses from other jurisdictions,” but it is not a simple “your state permit works here” situation.
What the statute says: People with weapons licenses from other jurisdictions must meet Puerto Rico’s requirements, and must notify Puerto Rico’s Office of Weapons Licenses if they intend to bring firearms/ammunition; the Commissioner sets the notification process by regulation.
Practical reality (public reporting): Many reciprocity summaries note that recognition is tied to MOUs and report no MOUs established (meaning “reciprocity” isn’t functioning like people expect).
Transport/carry format: The law also emphasizes transport in closed cases or concealed/non-ostentatious carry.

U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) (VI)

Honors U.S. state permits: No. Assume your state permit does not apply.
Local compliance required: USVI law broadly prohibits possessing/bearing/transporting/carrying a firearm unless you are in compliance with USVI licensing requirements.
Importation is extremely high risk: Bringing/importing a firearm or ammunition into USVI without being properly licensed and reporting as required can carry severe penalties (including very large fines and lengthy imprisonment).
Special alert: In December 2025, the U.S. DOJ sued USVI alleging unconstitutional permitting practices—so processes/rules may be in flux and worth re-checking right before travel.

Canada

Honors U.S. state permits: No. Canada does not recognize U.S. CCW permits for lawful carry.
Carrying a handgun in public: Requires a Canadian Authorization to Carry (ATC)—primarily for lawful occupational purposes, issued through the Canadian Firearms Program.
Bringing firearms into Canada (travelers): Nonresidents must declare firearms and typically use the Non-Resident Firearm Declaration (RCMP 5589); CBSA/RCMP outline fees and requirements, and restricted firearms add layers (like ATT).
Traveler warning: The U.S. State Department warns many arrests happen at the Canadian border for firearms/ammo (including forgotten ammo).

Mexico

Honors U.S. state permits: No.
Do not cross with guns/ammo: The U.S. State Department warns against bringing firearms into Mexico; even small amounts of ammunition can lead to arrest and serious penalties.
Mexican enforcement framework: Firearms/ammunition imports are regulated under Mexico’s SEDENA-controlled regime, and authorities describe multi-year prison exposure for unlawful importation.
Bottom line: For Mexico, your “carry plan” is Plan B: do not bring firearms/ammunition across the border unless you have documented Mexican authorization in hand.

Conclusion & Wrap-Up

If you remember one thing, make it this:

Reciprocity is the permission slip—not the rulebook.

It answers only one question: Is your permit recognized there (and in what form)?
It does not protect you from the rest of the realities that matter on the ground—permit type restrictions, age rules, resident-only recognition, special “Enhanced/Class” requirements, and the small print that can change the outcome of a traffic stop or a bad misunderstanding.

So use this guide the way serious travelers use a preflight checklist:

Verify recognition for your specific permit (resident vs nonresident, Enhanced/Class, etc.)
Scan the notes (age minimums, “handguns only,” “issued/renewed after” conditions)
Follow the destination’s laws the entire time you’re there—especially on stops, detours, and overnight stays
Treat territories, Canada, and Mexico as a different game: if you can’t confirm it clearly, plan for no carry and don’t gamble at the border

Print it. Bookmark it. Re-check it before every trip. Because when you travel armed, you don’t get the luxury of guessing—you get the responsibility of being right.

About the Author

Brian Reese is the author of Gun Laws by State 2026: The Definitive Firearm Carry & Transport Guide and 2026 Gun & Knife Show Rules by State, written for responsible gun owners who refuse to rely on guesswork when they travel. He is also the owner of GunShowTrader.com, a Veteran-Owned and Operated company and the #1 gun and knife show listing website in America, reaching 4,200,000+ unique visitors and 60,000,000+ page views each year.

A former active-duty U.S. Air Force officer, Brian deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, where he earned the Defense Meritorious Service Medal for exceptionally meritorious wartime service. He is a Distinguished Graduate of Management from the U.S. Air Force Academy and earned his MBA as a National Honor Scholar from Oklahoma State University.

Brian is also a bestselling author and one of the world’s leading experts on veteran benefits—committed to serving those who served. Since 2013, and having founded VA Claims Insider, Brian and his team have helped millions of veterans and their families navigate the VA disability process, secure the benefits they’ve rightfully earned, and unlock billions in tax-free compensation that changes lives for generations.

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