Texas Concealed Carry Permit Guide (2026)
Everything you need to know about getting and using a CCW in Texas.
Permit Requirements
- Be at least 21 years old (18 in some states for active military)
- U.S. citizen or legal resident
- No disqualifying criminal record
- Complete a state-approved firearms training course
- Submit application with required fees and fingerprints
Recommended Courses
Firearms Training Courses
Online courses available to gun owners in Texas — safety, legal knowledge, and practical carry skills.
Police Encounters While Armed
How to handle traffic stops and law enforcement contact while carrying.
View CourseProhibited Areas for Firearms
Where you can't carry — federal, state, and posted-property restrictions.
View CourseHandgun Marksmanship Fundamentals
Grip, stance, sight alignment, and trigger control fundamentals.
View CourseMaintenance & Cleaning of Handguns
Keep your carry gun reliable with proper cleaning and maintenance.
View CourseFirearm Security & Storage
Safe storage options that meet legal requirements and protect family.
View CourseHandgun Function & Fundamentals
How handguns work — actions, malfunctions, and safe manipulation.
View CourseMace Brand Pepper Spray Training
Less-lethal self-defense training for civilians using pepper spray.
View CourseFirst Aid for Gunshot Wounds
Life-saving trauma care skills for the moments after a shooting.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Texas require a permit to carry concealed?+
Texas allows permitless (constitutional) carry for qualifying adults, though a permit is still useful for reciprocity in other states.
How much does a Texas CCW permit cost?+
The state fee in Texas is approximately $40, not including training, fingerprints, or photos.
How long does Texas take to process a CCW application?+
Typical Texas processing time is 60 days.
How many states recognize a Texas CCW permit?+
37 states currently honor a Texas concealed carry permit.