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Arizona concealed carry permit guide
Permitless carry Last verified November 1, 2026
Not legal advice. This guide is general information, not legal advice. Carry laws change often and vary by city and county. Verify every requirement with the issuing agency before you apply or carry.
Permitless (constitutional) carry
Yes, for eligible adults 21+. 21+ if not a prohibited possessor (A.R.S. 13-3102). A permit is optional.
Permit types
- Concealed weapons permit
Issuing agency and how to apply
Arizona Department of Public Safety, Concealed Weapons Permit Unit
Apply online or on paper through AZDPS.
Eligibility and minimum age
- Minimum age
- Check with Arizona Department of Public Safety, Concealed Weapons Permit Unit
- Eligibility
- Check with Arizona Department of Public Safety, Concealed Weapons Permit Unit
Fees
- Resident (new)
- $60
- Non-resident (new)
- $60 (same application)
- Renewal
- $43
Training requirements
Firearms safety course demonstrating competence (applicant attests on the application).
Processing time, validity and renewal
- Processing time
- Background checks within 60 days, then the permit within 15 working days; DPS advises allowing 75 days
- Valid for
- 5 years
Non-resident permits
Available to non-residents. Arizona's application does not require Arizona residency.
Reciprocity
Arizona recognizes valid permits from other states if the holder is 21+, legally present and not a prohibited possessor (A.R.S. 13-3112).
Sources
- www.azdps.gov/services/public-services-center/concealed-weapons-and-permits
- www.azleg.gov/ars/13/03112.htm
Last verified November 1, 2026. Where a field says "Check with", we couldn't confirm it from an official source.