Concealed Carry Reciprocity: State-by-State Guide
One of the most complex aspects of concealed carry is reciprocity — understanding which states will honor your home state's permit when you travel.
What Is Reciprocity?
Reciprocity agreements between states allow concealed carry permit holders from one state to legally carry in another. These agreements can be:
- Full reciprocity — Both states honor each other's permits
- One-way recognition — State A honors State B's permit, but not vice versa
- No reciprocity — Neither state honors the other's permit
States with the Most Reciprocity
States with permitless carry generally also have broad reciprocity agreements:
- Texas — Honors permits from 35+ states
- Arizona — Honors permits from 35+ states
- Ohio — Honors permits from 35+ states
- Georgia — Honors permits from 30+ states
States with Limited or No Reciprocity
Some states honor few or no out-of-state permits:
- California — Does not honor any out-of-state permits
- New York — Does not honor any out-of-state permits
- Illinois — Very limited reciprocity
- Hawaii — Does not honor any out-of-state permits
Traveling with a Firearm
When driving through states, be aware that:
- Federal law (FOPA) provides safe passage through restrictive states if you're traveling between states where you can legally possess the firearm
- The firearm must be unloaded and stored in a locked container separate from ammunition
- You cannot make extended stops in restrictive states
Check Before You Travel
Always verify current reciprocity before traveling. Laws change frequently. Visit our state gun law guides for the most current information on each state's reciprocity agreements.