How To Get an Arizona CCW Permit

Arizona is well-known for its gun-friendly laws and support for the Second Amendment. In Arizona, residents are allowed to carry a concealed firearm without a permit, known as “constitutional carry.” However, there are still benefits to obtaining a Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) permit in Arizona. These benefits include 

 

  • Reciprocity with other states
  • Faster firearm purchases
  • Ability to carry in certain restricted areas

Our courses are specifically designed to equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills to carry a concealed weapon in Arizona, ensuring safety and responsible behavior.

Eligibility Requirements for an Arizona CCW Permit

  • Be a resident of Arizona or a U.S. citizen.
  • Be 21 years of age or older, or 19 years of age if a member or veteran of the United States Armed Forces.
  • Not be under indictment for, or convicted of, a felony offense.
  • Not suffer from mental illness and have not been adjudicated mentally incompetent or committed to a mental institution.
  • Not be an unlawful user of, or addicted to, any controlled substance.
  • Complete a firearms safety training program approved by the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS).

Steps to Obtain an Arizona CCW Permit

The first step to obtaining an Arizona CCW permit is to complete an approved firearms safety training course. Once you have completed the course, you can prepare your application packet, which includes the Arizona CCW Permit Application, two sets of fingerprints, a copy of your firearms safety training course certificate, a copy of a valid government-issued photo ID, and the application fee. You can then submit your application packet to the Arizona Department of Public Safety via mail. https://www.azdps.gov/services/public/cwp

The application fee for an Arizona CCW permit is $60 for new applicants and $43 for renewals. The processing time for an application is up to 60 days, during which a background check will be conducted. If approved, you will receive your CCW permit in the mail. If denied, you will receive a letter explaining the reason for the denial.


To renew your Arizona CCW permit, you must submit a renewal application before the expiration date. The renewal process is similar to the initial application process, but you do not need to complete a firearms safety training course again.