Florida Concealed Carry Reciprocity Map & Gun Laws

Yes. Electronic weapons or devices, tear gas guns, knives and billies.

[Fla. Stat. § 790.06(1)]

Yes. Armor-piercing bullets, exploding bullets, “dragon’s breath” shotgun shells, bolo shells and flechette shells are prohibited.

[Fla. Stat. § 790.31(2)]

Shall issue. Florida utilizes a shall-issue policy when assigning concealed carry licenses.

Yes, pepper spray is legal when carried solely for purposes of lawful self-defense and provided the device contains not more than two ounces of chemical. 

[Fla. Stat. § 790.053(2)(a)]

Generally no. Persons licensed to carry a concealed firearm in Florida who possess a firearm in a concealed manner may “briefly and openly display” the firearm to the ordinary sight of another person, unless the gun is intentionally displayed in an angry or threatening manner, not in necessary self-defense. In addition, there are a few exceptions including the following:

• A person engaged in fishing, camping, or lawful hunting or going to or returning from a fishing, camping, or lawful hunting expedition;
• A person engaged in the business of manufacturing, repairing, or dealing in firearms, or the agent or representative of any such person while engaged in the lawful course of such business; and
• A person firing weapons for testing or target practice under safe conditions and in a safe place not prohibited by law or going to or from such place.

[Fla. §§ 790.053 and 790.25(1)]

You can concealed carry in the restaurant area of an eatery that serves alcohol with a Florida concealed carry license or a permit/license from a state that Florida honors, unless posted. However, concealed carry is not allowed in bars or the bar areas of restaurants.

[Fla. Stat. § 790.06(12)(a)(12)]

Florida statutes don't specifically address firearms at hotels. Please note that each hotel develops their own policies and the individual hotel should be contacted to inquire about it's concealed carry policy. See the Handguns at Hotels page for additional information.

Yes, with a Florida Concealed Weapons License or a CCW permit from a state that Florida honors except as forbidden by federal law. See the National Parks webpage for links to each National Park in Florida. Furthermore, Florida state law allows open carry while engaged in fishing, camping or lawful hunting. 

[Fla. Stat. 790.025(3)(h)]

Yes. Florida issues licenses to non-residents.

No. There is no duty to inform a law enforcement officer that you're carrying a concealed firearm in Florida, unless the officer asks.

[Fla. Stat. § 790.06(1)]

No. Your Florida driver’s license is not linked to your Florida concealed weapons license. Therefore, a law enforcement officer (LEO) will not be notified that you are a concealed carry license holder immediately when they run your driver’s license. However, LEOs may have access to other databases where they can obtain this information.

Yes. The state has full preemption over all gun laws for handguns and long guns. In addition, a local official who knowingly and willfully violates the statute shall be fined up to $5,000; may not be indemnified for the costs of defending himself or herself; and may be removed from office by the governor. Per the passage of SB 1884, as of July 1, 2021, a person can maintain a legal action against a preempted local regulation applies even if the local regulation is unwritten.

[Fla. Stat. § 790.33]

A person may not discharge a firearm or have a loaded firearm in the person’s hand while under the influence of alcoholic beverages, any chemical substance set forth in § 877.111, or any substance controlled under § 893, when affected to the extent that his or her normal faculties are impaired. However, this statute does not apply to persons exercising lawful self-defense or defense of one’s property.

[Fla. Stat.§ 790.151]

As a responsibly armed American, regardless of the laws in your state, it is unwise to carry while under the influence of any substance that could impair your judgement, slow your reaction times, or impact your decision-making abilities. Any decision you make while carrying a firearm could have life-altering consequences.

Yes. Anyone legally entitled to carry a firearm may open or conceal carry in his or her home or place of business without a license.

[Fla. Stat. § 70.25(3)(n)]

No. A permit is not required when purchasing a handgun in Florida. The minimum age to purchase a firearm is 21.

No. Florida does not require handgun registration.

No. Florida has no law requiring a background check on the purchaser of a firearm when the seller is not a licensed dealer. However, the Florida Constitution states the following: 

"Each county shall have the authority to require a criminal history records check and a three to five day waiting period (excluding weekends and legal holidays) in connection with the sale of any firearm occurring within such county. For purposes of this subsection, the term 'sale' means the transfer of money or other valuable consideration for any firearm when any part of the transaction is conducted on property to which the public has the right of access. Holders of a concealed weapons license as prescribed by general law shall not be subject to the provisions of this subsection when purchasing a firearm."

[Fla. Const. art. VIII, § 5(b)]

Moving to Florida and interested in applying for a resident license? How soon can you apply?Florida issues licenses to residents and non-residents. You can apply for your Florida resident license once you have registered to vote, made a statement of domicile or filed for a homestead tax exemption on property in Florida. If you have a valid concealed carry license issued in your former home state, that license remains in effect for 90 days following the date on which you establish legal state residence in Florida.

Moving from Florida and have a Florida resident license? Does that license transfer to your new state? Is there a grace period during which your Florida license remains valid?If a person with a Florida concealed weapons license establishes residency in another state, the license is valid until it expires provided you notify the Division of Licensing of your change of address as required.

$97, however the Tax Collector may add a $12 - $22 convenience fee.

License renewals are $45 for residents and $87 (includes $42 fingerprint processing fee) for non-residents.

• In-Person (Fast Track) and Mail-In Application Processes
• ​Link to application​

In the event that your license is lost or destroyed, your license automatically becomes invalid, and you must request a duplicate within 30 days. Duplicate licenses will be provided upon furnishing a notarized statement stating that your license has been lost or destroyed and a payment of $15 to the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.

Mail your request to:

Division of Licensing P.O. Box 6387Tallahassee, FL 32314-6387

Notify the Division of Licensing in writing within 30 days after a change of address. You may change your address online or submit your notification to us in writing at the following address:

Division of LicensingP.O.Box 6387Tallahassee, FL 32314-6387

The law does not require you to obtain a revised license after a change of address so you may continue to carry your current license until it expires. If, however, you would like a revised license, please send a written request with a check or money order in the amount of $15 made payable to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. You do not need to send a passport-type color photograph until it is time to renew your license.

For name changes, provide a copy of your marriage certificate, divorce decree or court documentation.

Online Application Process Step 1: Complete your firearms training course, if required.Step 2: You will need the following documents:

• Your firearms training certificate;
• A digital, passport-style photo taken within the last 30 days; and
• If you have ever been arrested, you will need certified copies of the court documentation reflecting the final disposition of the charge(s) filed against you.

Complete the online application and pay the fee.Step 3: Within 90 days of submitting your online application, you must submit your fingerprints.

• Florida residents may submit electronic fingerprints. Fingerprints must be taken by a Division of Licensing Regional Office or Law Enforcement Agency. 
• Out-of-state residents must mail a fingerprint card. Fingerprints must be taken by a Law Enforcement Agency

Step 4: You will be notified if your application has been approved. 

Note to Military Members and VeteransThe Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is now expediting all Florida concealed weapon or firearm license applications submitted by active military members and veterans.

Active military personnel who want to apply for a concealed weapon license should include a copy of their Common Access Card or other form of official military identification with their applications. FDACS will also accept a copy of service members' current orders as proof of active duty status.

Honorably discharged veterans should submit a copy of their DD 214 long form with their applications.

• Any elementary or secondary school facility or administration building (firearms may not be taken out of the vehicle and while firearms in vehicles on school parking lots are legal under state law, an individual school may have a policy that makes it illegal to have one on the lot) [Fla. Stat. § 790.115(2)(a)];
• Any college or university facility;
• Any school, college or professional athletic event not related to firearms;
• Any person who is trespassing upon school property is prohibited from possessing any weapon. “School property” means the grounds or facility of any kindergarten, elementary school, middle school, junior high school, secondary school, career center, or postsecondary school, whether public or nonpublic;
• Any area of a vocational-technical center;
• Any career center;
• Any place of nuisance as defined in s. 823.05;
• Any police, sheriff or highway patrol station;
• Any detention facility, prison or jail;
• Any courthouse or courtroom;
• Any polling place;
• Any meeting of the Legislature or a committee thereof, or any meeting of the governing body of a county, public school district, municipality or special district;
• Any hospital providing mental health services;
• Any establishment licensed to dispense alcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises, while in the portion of the establishment which is primarily devoted to such purpose;
• Savannas State Reserve;
• Inside the passenger terminal and sterile area of any airport; and 
• Any place where the carrying of firearms is prohibited by federal law or state law or regulation.

[Fla. Stat. § 790.06(12)(a)]

Yes. A person may not intentionally, within a publicly or privately owned wildlife management or fish management area or on any state-owned water body interfere with or attempt to prevent the lawful taking of fish, game, or non-game animals by another.

[Fla. Stat. 379.105]

No. Firearms, ammunition, knives and weapons of any kind are prohibited at all Walt Disney World Resorts. This includes parking areas.

Yes. with a Florida Concealed Weapons License or a CCW permit from a state that Florida honors. A person engaged in fishing, camping, or lawful hunting or going to or returning from a fishing, camping, or lawful hunting expedition may own, possess, and lawfully use firearms and other weapons, ammunition, and supplies for lawful purposes.

[Fla. Stat. 790.25(3)(h)]