Does Wyoming Honor Alaska CCW Permits?

What This Means for You

If you hold a valid Alaska concealed carry permit, you may legally carry a concealed firearm in Wyoming — subject to Wyoming's laws on where carry is permitted, what locations are off-limits, and what you must do if approached by law enforcement. Your permit type and any restrictions on it (resident vs non-resident, enhanced vs standard) may further limit what's recognized.

Always Follow Wyoming's Rules

Reciprocity only addresses recognition of your permit. Once you cross the state line into Wyoming, you are bound by Wyoming's carry laws — including no-carry zones (schools, courts, government buildings, posted private property), duty-to-inform rules during law-enforcement encounters, magazine capacity limits, and any restrictions on locations like restaurants serving alcohol.

Note on open carry: Reciprocity covers concealed carry only. Wyoming may have entirely different rules for open carry; review Wyoming's open-carry guide before traveling.

Restrictions to Watch For in Wyoming

• No-carry zones: <p>Wyoming generally does not prohibit the carry of firearms in most public places, with a few exceptions:</p><ul><li><strong>Schools:</strong> Firearms are prohibited on school grounds, in school buildings, and in school vehicles, with limited exceptions for law enforcement and school security personnel.</li><li><strong>Government buildings:</strong> Firearms are prohibited in buildings owned, leased, or controlled by the state or any county, city, or political subdivision, with some exceptions for law enforcement and security personnel.</li><li><strong>Bars and restaurants that serve alcohol:</strong> Firearms are prohibited in establishments that derive at least 50% of their gross receipts from the sale of alcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises.</li></ul>
• Permit-type nuances: <p>Wyoming does not require a permit to carry a concealed firearm. However, the state offers a Concealed Firearm Permit, which is valid for 5 years and allows the holder to carry a concealed firearm in Wyoming and other states that recognize Wyoming's permit. To obtain the permit, applicants must complete a firearms safety and training course and pass a background check. The permit fee is $50 for residents and $100 for non-residents.</p>
• Vehicle carry: <p>In Wyoming, it is legal to carry a firearm, either loaded or unloaded, in a vehicle without a permit. This applies to both handguns and long guns. The firearm may be carried openly or concealed within the vehicle.</p>

Reverse Direction

The reverse question — "Does Alaska honor Wyoming CCW permits?" — has its own answer: Yes. See the Alaska ← Wyoming page for details.