Does Nebraska have constitutional carry?

Yes. Nebraska is a constitutional (permitless) carry state — eligible adults may carry a concealed handgun without a permit. The CHP remains available and is still worth holding for reciprocity in states that don't recognize permitless carry.

How much does a Nebraska CHP cost?

The CHP application fee in Nebraska is $100. $100 for a new permit; $50 renewal (Nebraska State Patrol).

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

Nebraska honors concealed-carry permits from 36 other states, subject to the qualifiers (resident-only or permit-class restrictions) noted on each reciprocity pair. See the full inbound list on the "who Nebraska honors" page.

Where is a Nebraska CHP honored?

A Nebraska CHP is honored by 34 other states. See the full outbound reciprocity list for exactly which states and any resident-only or class restrictions.

How long is a Nebraska CHP valid?

A Nebraska CHP 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.

NebraskaConcealed Carry Permit & Reciprocity

Nebraska is a permitless (constitutional) carry state as of September 2, 2023 (LB 77). A person 21 or older who is not a prohibited person may carry a concealed handgun without a permit. The Nebraska Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP), issued by the Nebraska State Patrol, remains available and is worth holding for out-of-state reciprocity; it requires an approved handgun training course, costs $100 (new), and is valid for five years. Open carry is lawful without a permit. Nebraska is a duty-to-inform state: whenever a person carrying a concealed handgun is contacted by a peace officer or emergency services personnel, the person must immediately inform them of the concealed handgun (Neb. Rev. Stat. §28-1202.04). Nebraska recognizes out-of-state permits only from states whose standards equal or exceed Nebraska's — a specific list of 34 jurisdictions, several limited to holders 21+ or to a specific permit class; it does not recognize 13 states or Vermont.

Nebraska Nebraska Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP)

Issuing authority: Nebraska State Patrol
Carry regime: constitutional
Minimum age: 21
Fee: $100
Training: Required
Validity: 5 years

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Carry practicalities

Permitless carry

Allowed — minimum age 21

Nebraska has permitless (constitutional) carry since September 2, 2023 (LB 77). A person 21 or older who is not prohibited from possessing a firearm may carry a concealed handgun without a permit, and residency is not required. A person carrying without a permit is still subject to Nebraska's duty to inform (§28-1202.04).

official source · verified 2026-07-10

Open carry

Permitless

Open carry of a firearm is lawful in Nebraska without a permit for a person who may lawfully possess a firearm. (Some municipalities historically registered handguns; verify local rules.) Open carry remains subject to the prohibited-place restrictions of §69-2441 and to private-property rules.

official source · verified 2026-07-10

Duty to inform

Required

Nebraska IS a duty-to-inform state. Whenever a person who is carrying a concealed handgun is contacted by a peace officer or by emergency services personnel, the person must immediately inform the officer or personnel that they are carrying a concealed handgun (Neb. Rev. Stat. §28-1202.04). This applies to permit holders and to permitless carriers, and is an affirmative, proactive duty.

official source · verified 2026-07-10

Off-limits locations

police, sheriff, and Nebraska State Patrol stations and detention facilities
courthouses and court proceedings
K-12 schools, school grounds, and school events (and, with limits, postsecondary institutions)
hospitals, emergency rooms, and other health-care facilities that post
portions of establishments licensed to serve alcohol for on-premises consumption
places of worship, unless carry is authorized
political rallies and government/official meetings
the secured (past-screening) areas of airports
private property or businesses that post the state no-carry notice
places where carrying a firearm is prohibited by federal law

Curated key categories, not exhaustive. Prohibited places are enumerated in Neb. Rev. Stat. §69-2441; a business or property owner may prohibit carry by posting the prescribed notice.

official source · verified 2026-07-10

Nebraska reciprocity summary

Nebraska honors 36 states' permits · honored by 34 states

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

Last verified 2026-07-10 against Nebraska State Patrol — Concealed Handgun Permit Reciprocity.

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Nebraska FAQ

Does Nebraska have constitutional carry?: Yes. Nebraska is a constitutional (permitless) carry state — eligible adults may carry a concealed handgun without a permit. The CHP remains available and is still worth holding for reciprocity in states that don't recognize permitless carry.
How much does a Nebraska CHP cost?: The CHP application fee in Nebraska is $100. $100 for a new permit; $50 renewal (Nebraska State Patrol).
Does Nebraska honor out-of-state concealed-carry permits?: Nebraska honors concealed-carry permits from 36 other states, subject to the qualifiers (resident-only or permit-class restrictions) noted on each reciprocity pair. See the full inbound list on the "who Nebraska honors" page.
Where is a Nebraska CHP honored?: A Nebraska CHP is honored by 34 other states. See the full outbound reciprocity list for exactly which states and any resident-only or class restrictions.
How long is a Nebraska CHP valid?: A Nebraska CHP is valid for 5 years before renewal is required.

Sources

Nebraska State Patrol — Concealed Handgun Permit Reciprocity (2026-07-10)