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USCCA Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)


Are you interested in joining the United States Concealed Carry Association? Curious about how we support responsible American gun owners? Trying to change your USCCA account password? Check out our FAQs below and get answers to the most frequently asked questions about self-defense and firearms. We’re dedicated to helping you learn about protecting yourself and your loved ones, and we look forward to guiding you through your concealed carry journey.

Become a USCCA Member – Looking to join the USCCA and/or understand the benefits available with each USCCA Membership? Click here to discover quick and easy-to-understand answers on what each membership level includes, a comparison of how Gold, Platinum, and Elite Membership levels differ, what to expect when you activate, and more!

Self-Defense & Firearms Training – Get answers to what training curriculum the USCCA offers, how the training programs work, what classes are offered for in-person or online training, how to contact instructors, and what training is included in USCCA Membership.

Concealed Carry Magazine – Interested in learning more about the USCCA’s award-winning magazine? Click here to find out what you can expect with 8 issues per year that include practical training, true stories, gun and gear reviews, and more.

Self-Defense Liability Insurance – In addition to offering education and training, the USCCA has purchased an insurance policy that provides the association and its members with self-defense liability insurance. Find answers to your questions about coverage, policy limits, types of incidents, and more.

Reciprocity Map & Gun Laws – Click here to get answers to the most common USCCA reciprocity map questions. This collection of answers will cover things like how to use the map, how the information is kept up to date, and more.

FAQs from USCCA MembersClick here to discover the most common USCCA membership maintenance questions. This collection of answers will help guide you through reactivation, renewals and upgrades, referring a friend, accessing your USCCA member benefits, and more.

Protector Academy® – Click here to discover the most common online firearms training & qualifications questions about Protector Academy, included with USCCA membership. See the most common questions about accessing the training, drill of the month, online courses, and more.

USCCA Community – Do you have questions about the USCCA Community? The information on this page will cover things like how to create new topics, how to join private groups, what the community guidelines are, and more.

About the United States Concealed Carry Association – Want to learn more about the USCCA? Click here to explore our mission, our history and our proud, pro-2A community of responsibly armed Americans.

General Questions – Still have questions? Click here to learn more about the concealed carry lifestyle, the USCCA’s free resources, firearm reciprocity laws, USCCA training classes, and more.