Is this legal advice?

No. This is general information, not legal advice. Laws change, and we can be out of date. Verify with the destination state before you carry there.

Why can't it check my home state's permit?

We only publish what we can cite. State-to-state permit pairs change constantly, and the destination state's own list is the reliable source.

What is a non-resident permit?

A non-resident permit is a carry permit issued by a state you do not live in. It is recognized in more than 20 states. See the reciprocity map for the current picture.

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Common questions

Is this legal advice?: No. This is general information, not legal advice. Laws change, and we can be out of date. Verify with the destination state before you carry there.
Why can't it check my home state's permit?: We only publish what we can cite. State-to-state permit pairs change constantly, and the destination state's own list is the reliable source.
What is a non-resident permit?: A non-resident permit is a carry permit issued by a state you do not live in. It is recognized in more than 20 states. See the reciprocity map for the current picture.