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.
← Where a South Carolina permit is honored
Which Permits Does South Carolina Honor?
South Carolina honors concealed-carry permits from 3 other states, per South Carolina's own official reciprocity source. See the full list below for resident-only or permit-class qualifiers.
Out-of-state permits South Carolina honors
- South Carolina honors Georgia concealed-carry permits.
- South Carolina honors North Carolina concealed-carry permits.
- South Carolina honors Idaho concealed-carry permits (resident permits only; enhanced class only).
Last verified 2026-07-09 against South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) — Concealed Weapons Permit.
Where is a South Carolina permit honored elsewhere? →
South Carolina reciprocity FAQ
- Which permits does South Carolina honor?
- South Carolina honors concealed-carry permits from 3 other states, per South Carolina's own official reciprocity source. See the full list below for qualifiers.
- Does South Carolina honor resident-only or restricted out-of-state permits?
- Yes — some states' permits are honored by South Carolina for residents of that state only. See the qualifiers column in the list below for exactly which states are restricted.