Does Montana Honor Hawaii CCW Permits?
No. Montana does not honor Hawaii concealed carry permits.
What This Means for You
A Hawaii concealed carry permit is not recognized in Montana. Carrying a concealed firearm in Montana on a Hawaii permit alone could expose you to serious criminal charges. Your options include: (a) applying for a Montana non-resident permit if available, (b) carrying only in your vehicle if Montana permits it, or (c) leaving your firearm at home. Always verify current rules with the Montana Attorney General before traveling.
Always Follow Montana's Rules
Reciprocity only addresses recognition of your permit. Once you cross the state line into Montana, you are bound by Montana'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. Montana may have entirely different rules for open carry; review Montana's open-carry guide before traveling.
Reverse Direction
The reverse question — "Does Hawaii honor Montana CCW permits?" — has its own answer: No. See the Hawaii ← Montana page for details.
Disclaimer: Reciprocity agreements change frequently and are subject to executive order, statute, or court ruling. We review every state's reciprocity list at least every six months, but you should verify with the Montana Attorney General before traveling. This page is informational only and does not constitute legal advice.