Concealed Carry Class in Colorado | Learn the Requirements

After you know the rules and requirements, book training as soon as you can and go about it seriously.

Name: Colorado Concealed Weapons Permit

Issuer: Local Sheriff

Type of State: Shall-Issue

Training Required? Yes, you must prove competence with a handgun.

Minimum Age Required 21 years old

Length of Permit 5 years

Type of Training Accepted: Any handgun training class within 10 years of your application.

Proof of honorable discharge from the US Armed Forces within 3 years of your application.

Proof of honorable discharge from the US Armed Forces that reflects pistol qualifications obtained within 10 years of your application.

Certificate showing retirement from Colorado Law Enforcement that reflects pistol qualifications obtained within 10 years of your application.

Proven experience with a firearm through participation in organized shooting competitions or current military service.

Length of Training: 1.5-8 hours

Cost of Training: $50

Notes: You can no longer do your concealed carry class online in Colorado.

Reciprocity:

States that honor or recognize the Colorado Concealed Weapons Permit:

Colorado honors or recognizes the following states’ concealed carry permits:

Note: Colorado does not recognize any non-resident permit.