Wyoming Concealed Carry Quick Facts
- Permit Type: Permitless Carry (Constitutional Carry); optional concealed permit available
- Issuing Authority: County Sheriff’s Office / State Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI)
- Minimum Age Requirement: 21 years old (18–20 possible with sheriff’s approval)
- Permit Validity: 5 years
- Application Fee: $50
- Renewal Fee: $50 (late renewals may incur additional fees)
- Duplicate License Fee: $5
- Processing Time: Up to 90 days
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Wyoming Constitutional Carry (Permitless Carry)
Since July 1, 2011 for residents and July 1, 2021 for non-residents, Wyoming allows permitless concealed carry for U.S. residents aged 21+ who can legally possess a firearm. Individuals aged 18–20 may carry concealed only with a valid concealed permit and sheriff approval.
Wyoming Concealed Firearm Permit (CFP)
Though not required to carry in-state, many choose to get a CFP for regional reciprocity.
Eligibility Requirements
- U.S. resident and Wyoming resident (6+ months)
- At least 21 (or 18–20 with sheriff approval)
- No disqualifying felony or controlled substance conviction
- Not adjudicated mentally incompetent or habitual alcohol abuser
- Demonstrates competency via firearms training, competition, military service, or certified instructor
Application Process
- Complete required firearms training or equivalent qualifications
- Download/complete application and submit to the county sheriff
- Provide fingerprints and photo to DCI
- Pay $50 fee (via money order or cashier’s check) plus applicable sheriff office fee
- Wait up to 90 days for processing
Wyoming Concealed Firearm Permit Example
Wyoming Open Carry
- Open carry of handguns is legal without a permit for anyone 18+ who can lawfully possess a firearm .
Wyoming Concealed Carry in a Vehicle
- Without a Permit: Eligible individuals (21+, lawful possessors) may carry concealed in a vehicle .
- With a Permit: CFP holders enjoy the same rights.
Wyoming Concealed Carry Reciprocity
- In-state: Any U.S. legal resident meeting age and legal criteria may carry concealed without a permit.
- Out-of-state permits: CFP holders carrying from recognized states must confirm their permit is recognized by Wyoming; conversely, a Wyoming CFP is accepted in many states .
Check the our Concealed Carry Maps for up-to-date information.
Wyoming Prohibited & Permitted Carry Locations
Before July 1, 2025:
- Even with permitless carry or a permit, firearms were not allowed in:
- K–12 school grounds (including athletic events)
- Public college and university facilities
- Government buildings and meetings (e.g., legislative sessions, city/county meetings)
- Public airports (except secured areas)
- Correctional or mental-health facilities
- Private properties with posted firearm restrictions
- Houses of worship, bars, etc., where owners prohibited firearms
Starting July 1, 2025, HB 0172 repealed most “gun-free zones”, but restrictions still apply as follows:
Permitless Carriers (Residents 21+, or 18–20 with approval):
Allowed to carry concealed without a permit in:
- Any governmental meeting (city councils, county boards, state legislature, etc.)
- Any public building not already prohibited by state law (such as airports and universities—see below)
- Public airports, except where federal law restricts carry
Still still not allowed:
- Federal buildings, correctional and mental-health facilities
- Areas with explosive or volatile materials
- Locations already prohibited under W.S. 6‑8‑104(t)
Permit Holders (CFP holders or from a reciprocal state):
In addition to all permitless carry rights above, they are also allowed to carry concealed in:
- Public K–12 schools, including facilities
- Public college or university buildings and athletic events (provided no alcohol is sold)
Private Property & Local Restrictions:
- Private owners may still prohibit firearms, even under the new law.
- Government entities or universities may regulate open carry or display of firearms on their property .
- School districts may impose strict training and storage protocols for staff/volunteers carrying concealed on campuses (training may include >16 live-fire hours + annual qualification).
Still Prohibited Everywhere:
- Military facilities or areas under federal regulation
- Federal facilities, including courtrooms, federal buildings, jails, airports past security
- Locations with explosives or volatile materials
- Private property with posted bans
At-a-Glance: What Changed with HB 0172
| Category | Before Jul 1, 2025 | After Jul 1, 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Permitless carry | Not allowed in schools, gov buildings, airports, campuses | Allowed in gov meetings/buildings and airports (no feds); still excluded from schools/universities |
| Permit holders | Same as permitless + schools? | Allowed in public schools, universities, campuses, gov buildings, meetings, airports |
| Private owner rights | Still can prohibit firearms | Still can prohibit firearms |
| Local entities | Some regulated open carry | May regulate open carry and impose school training |
| Federal exceptions | Always excluded | Still excluded |
Key Takeaways
- Permitless (residents) can now carry concealed in government buildings and meetings and in public airports (where federal law permits). They still cannot carry in K–12 schools or on college/university grounds.
- Permit-holders gain all the above plus access to carry in public school facilities and college/university buildings/events, subject to training or local rules.
- Private property owners maintain their right to ban firearms.
- School districts and universities may enact training requirements and open-carry restrictions for staff, volunteers, and open carriers.
Recent Changes in Wyoming Gun Laws (2025 Updates)
- Gun-free zone repeal (HB 0172): Effective July 1, 2025, removes many previous location restrictions in public and government spaces for lawful carriers .
- No permit to purchase, no registration: Wyoming does not require permits or background checks for private sales, nor maintains firearm registries .
- Castle Doctrine & Stand-Your-Ground protections are codified in state law .
Additional Resources
- HB 0172 (2025) – Repeal of Gun-Free Zones (PDF) – Full text of House Bill 0172, effective July 1, 2025, which repealed most previous gun-free zone restrictions.Wyoming DCI – Concealed Firearm Permit program
- County Sheriff’s Offices – Directory via DCI CFP Program – Find your local county sheriff’s office to begin or manage your concealed firearm permit application.
- Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation – Concealed Firearm Permit Program – Official state site for permit applications, renewals, eligibility requirements, and FAQs.
- Wyoming Statute § 6‑8‑104 – Concealed Firearm Permits – Full text of the law covering Wyoming’s concealed carry permit regulations.
- Wyoming Statute § 6‑8‑401 – State Preemption – Details Wyoming’s preemption law, which prohibits local gun control ordinances that conflict with state law.
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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