Oregon Concealed Carry Quick Facts
- Permit Type: Shall Issue
- Issuing Authority: County Sheriff’s Office
- Minimum Age Requirement: 21 years old
- Permit Validity: 4 years
- Application Fee: $115 total
- $100 to the sheriff for initial issuance
- $15 to the Department of State Police for fingerprint processing
- Renewal Fee: $75
- Duplicate License Fee: $15
- Processing Time: Up to 45 days
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Oregon Concealed Handgun License (CHL)
Oregon requires individuals to obtain a Concealed Handgun License (CHL) to legally carry a concealed handgun. Oregon operates under a “shall issue” policy, meaning county sheriffs must issue permits to applicants who meet the state requirements.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for an Oregon CHL, applicants must:
- Be at least 21 years old
- Be a U.S. citizen or legal resident
- Have completed an approved handgun safety course
- Not have any disqualifying criminal convictions
- Not be prohibited from possessing a firearm under state or federal law
Training Requirements
Accepted handgun training includes:
- NRA-certified handgun safety courses
- Law enforcement or military firearms training
- Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife hunter safety courses
Application Process
- Complete a state-approved handgun safety course.
- Complete the CHL application through your county sheriff’s office.
- Provide proof of citizenship, residency, and valid ID.
- Schedule fingerprinting with the sheriff’s office.
- Submit payment: $100 sheriff fee + $15 state fingerprint fee.
- Processing may take up to 45 days.
Oregon Open Carry Laws
- Open carry of firearms is generally legal statewide.
- Cities and counties may restrict open carry of loaded firearms in public places for those without a CHL.
- Many cities, including Portland and Salem, have local restrictions on loaded open carry without a valid CHL.
Oregon Concealed Carry in a Vehicle
- With a CHL: You may carry a loaded concealed firearm in your vehicle.
- Without a CHL: It is generally unlawful to carry a loaded concealed handgun in a vehicle. Unloaded firearms may be carried if they are not readily accessible.
Oregon Concealed Carry Reciprocity
- Oregon does not recognize any other state’s concealed carry permits.
- An Oregon CHL is required to legally carry concealed within the state.
- Some other states may recognize an Oregon CHL — verify each state’s laws before traveling.
Check the our Concealed Carry Maps for up-to-date information.
Prohibited Locations for Concealed Carry in Oregon
Even with a valid CHL, carrying is prohibited in:
- Courthouses and court facilities
- Correctional facilities
- Federal buildings
- School grounds and university properties that have adopted firearm bans
- Designated recreational areas (certain state forest lands)
- Private property where the owner prohibits firearms
Recent Changes in Oregon Gun Laws (2025 Updates)
- Ballot Measure 114: Introduced a permit-to-purchase system and banned magazines over 10 rounds. As of 2025, this measure remains tied up in legal challenges and is not fully implemented.
- House Bill 3075 (2025): Proposes amendments to Measure 114 regarding permit issuing authorities and exemptions. Still under review by the legislature.
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Go To Another State’s Concealed Carry Page
To view a state’s concealed carry permit information click on the state. The state’s color represents whether a state is Shall Issue, May Issue, Constitutional Carry, or Right Denied.
Shall Issue to Residents Only:
California, Colorado, Georgia, Guam, Michigan, New Mexico
Shall Issue to Residents and Non-Residents:
District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin
May Issue to Residents Only:
Delaware, Virgin Islands
May Issue to Residents and Non-Residents:
Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York
Constitutional Carry and Shall Issue to Residents Only:
Alabama, Alaska, Louisiana, Montana, Nebraska, Wyoming
Constitutional Carry and Shall Issue to Residents and Non-Residents:
Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Mississippi, Missouri, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, West Virginia
Constitutional Carry and Does Not Issue Permits:
Vermont
Right Denied:
American Samoa, N. Mariana Islands
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