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 New Jersey Honor?
New Jersey 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 New Jersey honors
New Jersey does not honor any other state's concealed-carry permit. A New Jersey PTC is required to carry in New Jersey.
Last verified 2026-07-10 against New Jersey State Police — Concealed Carry FAQs.
Where is a New Jersey permit honored elsewhere? →
New Jersey reciprocity FAQ
- Which permits does New Jersey honor?
- New Jersey does not honor any other state's concealed-carry permit — a New Jersey PTC (or permitless carry, if eligible) is required to carry in New Jersey.
- Does New Jersey honor resident-only or restricted out-of-state permits?
- No — every out-of-state permit New Jersey honors is recognized without a residency restriction (see the list below for any permit-class restrictions).