Does Illinois have constitutional carry?

No. Illinois is a shall-issue state — a Illinois Concealed Carry License (CCL) is required to carry concealed, and the issuing authority must issue one to any applicant who meets the statutory requirements.

How much does a Illinois CCL cost?

The CCL application fee in Illinois is $150. $150 for an Illinois resident and $300 for an eligible out-of-state resident (non-refundable, 430 ILCS 66/60). A valid FOID card is a prerequisite.

Does Illinois honor out-of-state concealed-carry permits?

Illinois does not currently honor any other state's concealed-carry permit — a Illinois CCL (or permitless carry, if eligible) is required to carry in Illinois.

Where is a Illinois CCL honored?

A Illinois CCL is honored by 28 other states. See the full outbound reciprocity list for exactly which states and any resident-only or class restrictions.

How long is a Illinois CCL valid?

A Illinois CCL is valid for 5 years before renewal is required.

This is not legal advice.Concealed-carry reciprocity changes frequently and carries serious legal consequences. Verify current law with the destination state's official source before you carry.

IllinoisConcealed Carry Permit & Reciprocity

Illinois is a shall-issue state (since the 2013 Moore v. Madigan decision), but obtaining a Concealed Carry License (CCL) has heavy prerequisites: an applicant must be at least 21, first hold a valid Firearm Owner's Identification (FOID) card, and complete 16 hours of Illinois State Police–approved training (among the most in the nation). Carry is concealed only — Illinois prohibits open carry. The CCL is issued by the Illinois State Police, costs $150 for residents ($300 for eligible non-residents), and is valid for five years. Illinois is not a permitless-carry state, and it recognizes no out-of-state concealed carry licenses — only residents of six states the ISP deems 'substantially similar' (Arkansas, Idaho, Mississippi, Nevada, Texas, Virginia) may even apply for an Illinois non-resident CCL. A licensee must, on an officer's request, disclose the concealed firearm or present the license. Illinois has an extensive list of places where carry is prohibited.

Illinois Illinois Concealed Carry License (CCL)

Issuing authority: Illinois State Police, Firearms Services Bureau
Carry regime: shall issue
Minimum age: 21
Fee: $150
Training: Required (16 hrs)
Validity: 5 years

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Carry practicalities

Permitless carry

Not allowed

Illinois is NOT a permitless-carry state. A Firearm Concealed Carry License (and, as a prerequisite, a FOID card) is required to carry a concealed handgun; carrying without a license is a crime. There is no constitutional/permitless carry in Illinois.

official source · verified 2026-07-10

Open carry

Prohibited

Open carry is prohibited in Illinois. The Firearm Concealed Carry Act authorizes carrying a handgun only if it is concealed or mostly concealed from public view; carrying a handgun openly is not permitted (430 ILCS 66).

official source · verified 2026-07-10

Duty to inform

Not required

Illinois imposes no affirmative duty to proactively announce that you are armed. On the request of a law enforcement officer, however, a licensee (or eligible non-resident) must disclose that they are in possession of a concealed firearm or present the license (430 ILCS 66/70). Disclosure is required only on the officer's request.

official source · verified 2026-07-10

Off-limits locations

K-12 schools, colleges, and universities
government buildings, courts, and correctional facilities
hospitals, mental-health facilities, and nursing homes
public transportation facilities and vehicles (buses, trains)
establishments where more than 50% of receipts are from alcohol sold for on-premises consumption
public gatherings/events requiring a permit, and public parks, playgrounds, and athletic facilities
stadiums, arenas, amusement parks, zoos, and museums
casinos and gaming facilities, and racetracks
airports and any place prohibited under federal law
private property and businesses posted with the approved no-carry sign

Curated key categories, not exhaustive. Illinois has one of the longest statutory prohibited-place lists in the country (430 ILCS 66/65). Private-property owners may prohibit carry by posting the state-approved sign; a licensee may generally store a firearm in a locked vehicle in many prohibited-place parking areas.

official source · verified 2026-07-10

Illinois reciprocity summary

Illinois honors 0 states' permits · honored by 28 states

Where a Illinois permit is honored →Whose permits Illinois honors →

Last verified 2026-07-10 against Illinois State Police — Concealed Carry License.

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Illinois FAQ

Does Illinois have constitutional carry?: No. Illinois is a shall-issue state — a Illinois Concealed Carry License (CCL) is required to carry concealed, and the issuing authority must issue one to any applicant who meets the statutory requirements.
How much does a Illinois CCL cost?: The CCL application fee in Illinois is $150. $150 for an Illinois resident and $300 for an eligible out-of-state resident (non-refundable, 430 ILCS 66/60). A valid FOID card is a prerequisite.
Does Illinois honor out-of-state concealed-carry permits?: Illinois does not currently honor any other state's concealed-carry permit — a Illinois CCL (or permitless carry, if eligible) is required to carry in Illinois.
Where is a Illinois CCL honored?: A Illinois CCL is honored by 28 other states. See the full outbound reciprocity list for exactly which states and any resident-only or class restrictions.
How long is a Illinois CCL valid?: A Illinois CCL is valid for 5 years before renewal is required.

Sources

Illinois State Police — Concealed Carry License (2026-07-10)