Jacksonville skyline and the Main Street Bridge over the St. Johns River

Florida Concealed Carry, Made Clear

Permitless carry, the license, and in-person live fire in Jacksonville.

How to Apply Find an Instructor

Where do you want to start?

Palm tree silhouettes by the water at golden hour in Sarasota, FloridaPermitless CarryJacksonville lift bridge and bank towerApply & FeesMan with ear protection firing a handgun at an indoor rangeTrainingClose-up of a paper target with scoring ringsOnline ClassroomGreen target with bullet holes at an indoor rangeJax Live FireFlorida beach at golden hourReciprocityJacksonville skyline and blue Main Street BridgeWhere Not to CarryHand resting on a holstered handgunFind an InstructorTactical belt with holster on camouflage fabricGear

Key point: instructors must observe you safely handle and discharge a firearm with live fire in their physical presence (s. 790.06(2)(h)). Video or remote live fire does not qualify.

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Carrying in Virginia? See our sister site VirginiaCCWOnline.com.

Questions folks ask

Does Florida have permitless carry?

Yes. Since July 1, 2023, s. 790.01 authorizes a person who is not licensed but meets the license eligibility criteria to carry a concealed weapon or firearm.

Can live fire be done over video?

No. Section 790.06(2)(h) requires instructors to certify they observed the student safely handle and discharge the firearm with live fire in their physical presence.

How much is a Florida concealed weapon license?

Up to $55 for a new license and up to $45 for renewal under s. 790.06(5)(b); fingerprint processing is extra.