Texas LTC Reciprocity

So you have your Texas License to Carry (“TX LTC”), but what now? Can you carry in a different state? Are there restrictions amongst the states? Well, the laws do vary from state to state, but you’re in luck, because TX has reciprocity with multiple states. What is TX LTC Reciprocity?

STATES THAT HAVE RECIPROCITY AGREEMENTS WITH TX

Texas has reciprocity agreements with 37 states. This means that if you have a valid Texas LTC license, you can also carry a concealed handgun in those states. The following is a list of states that have reciprocity agreements with Texas:

  • Alabama
  • Alaska
  • Arizona
  • Arkansas
  • Colorado
  • Florida
  • Georgia
  • Idaho
  • Indiana
  • Iowa
  • Kansas
  • Kentucky
  • Louisiana
  • Maine
  • Michigan
  • Mississippi
  • Missouri
  • Montana
  • Nebraska
  • Nevada
  • New Hampshire
  • North Carolina
  • North Dakota
  • Ohio
  • Oklahoma
  • Oregon
  • Pennsylvania
  • South Carolina
  • South Dakota
  • Tennessee
  • Utah
  • Vermont
  • Virginia
  • West Virginia
  • Wisconsin
  • Wyoming

STATES THAT HAVE UNILATERAL AGREEMENTS WITH TX

There are also a few states that have unilateral agreements with Texas. This means that Texas honors the concealed carry permits from those states, but those states do not honor Texas permits. The following is a list of states that have unilateral agreements with Texas:

  • Connecticut
  • Delaware
  • Hawaii
  • Illinois
  • Maryland
  • Massachusetts
  • Minnesota
  • New Jersey
  • New York
  • Rhode Island
  • Washington

You can also obtain the above lists from the TX DPS website.

BE CAUTIOUS AND KNOW THE RESTRICTIONS

It is important to note that even if your state has reciprocity with Texas, there may be certain restrictions on where you can carry your concealed handgun. For example, you may not be able to carry your handgun in certain government buildings or on certain types of public transportation. It is always best to check the laws of the state you are visiting before carrying your concealed handgun.

To start the process of obtaining your TX LTC, you can enroll to take the online TX LTC course by clicking the button below.