CarryReciprocity

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.

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Which Permits Does Massachusetts Honor?

Massachusetts does not currently honor any other state's concealed-carry permit. See the full list below for resident-only or permit-class qualifiers.

Out-of-state permits Massachusetts honors

Massachusetts does not honor any other state's concealed-carry permit. A Massachusetts LTC is required to carry in Massachusetts.

Where is a Massachusetts permit honored elsewhere? →

Massachusetts reciprocity FAQ

Which permits does Massachusetts honor?
Massachusetts does not honor any other state's concealed-carry permit — a Massachusetts LTC (or permitless carry, if eligible) is required to carry in Massachusetts.
Does Massachusetts honor resident-only or restricted out-of-state permits?
No — every out-of-state permit Massachusetts honors is recognized without a residency restriction (see the list below for any permit-class restrictions).