Which states honor your Alabama Pistol License — and can you carry in Alabama with an out-of-state permit? Click any state to find out.
⚠ VERIFY BEFORE YOU CARRY
Reciprocity laws change without notice. This tool is for reference only — always confirm with ALEA or a licensed attorney before traveling with a firearm.
Alabama (home)
Honors AL permit
Does not honor AL permit
Selected State
—
🗺
Click any state on the map to see reciprocity details.
—
States Honor AL Permit
—
States Do Not Honor
$0
Cost to Use This Tool
Complete Reference
All 50 States
Abbr
State
Honors AL Permit
Carry Law
Notes
Your home state:
Alabama Law
Carrying in Alabama as a Visitor
Out-of-State Permits
Alabama honors valid concealed carry permits from any other state. Carry your permit on your person at all times while armed.
Permitless Carry — AL Residents Only
Alabama's permitless carry law (eff. Jan 1, 2023) applies to Alabama residents only. Out-of-state visitors must have a valid permit from their home state.
Prohibited Locations
Even with a valid permit: police stations, courthouses, jails, K–12 schools, athletic events, churches (unless authorized by the church), anywhere alcohol is sold for on-premises consumption, and all federal facilities.
Duty to Inform
Alabama has no duty-to-inform law. You are not required to proactively tell a law enforcement officer you are carrying, but you must comply with any lawful order to disclose.
Common Questions
Reciprocity FAQ
Need official info? Visit ALEA.gov for the current Alabama Pistol License reciprocity list, or call the ALEA Pistol Permit Unit directly for the most up-to-date information before any trip.