Washington Concealed Pistol License (CPL)
Washington requires a Concealed Pistol License (CPL) to carry a concealed pistol. Applicants must be 21 or older.
For residents, a Washington CPL allows you to carry a concealed pistol and allows a loaded pistol in a vehicle when Washington’s vehicle requirements are met. A CPL also provides specific exceptions for carrying in certain otherwise restricted locations, including certain school pickup and drop-off situations and municipal stadiums and convention centers.
For nonresidents, Washington issues CPLs to eligible applicants 21 or older. Nonresidents may apply through a law enforcement agency anywhere in Washington.
A Washington CPL adds Washington for residents of Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming because Washington does not recognize those states’ permits.
Washington CPL Training
You may complete the required Washington firearms-safety training online.
Required Live Fire Qualification
Through April 30, 2027, no live-fire qualification is required.
Beginning May 1, 2027, Washington CPL applicants who are not exempt must complete:
- At least 50 rounds of live fire
- Safe firearm handling
- Shooting proficiency
- Live fire supervised by an instructor
Washington CPL Renewal
A Washington CPL is valid for 5 years.
The initial CPL fee is $36 plus the FBI background-check fee. The renewal fee is $32.
A CPL may be renewed within 90 days before or 90 days after expiration. Renewal after expiration during that 90-day period requires an additional $10 late fee.
Complete Your Washington Firearms-Safety Training Online
Complete Washington firearms-safety training online.
Beginning May 1, 2027, Washington CPL applicants who are not exempt will also have to complete the required live-fire portion through a Washington-certified firearms-safety training program.
$74.99
Washington Firearms Safety Training Course
Start Washington Firearms TrainingResidents: A Washington CPL allows concealed carry and allows a loaded pistol in a vehicle when Washington's vehicle requirements are met. It also provides specific exceptions involving school pickup or drop-off and municipal stadiums and convention centers.
Washington issues CPLs to eligible nonresidents age 21 or older. Nonresidents may apply through a law enforcement agency anywhere in Washington.
The Washington CPL adds Washington for residents of Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
The required Washington firearms-safety training may be completed online.
Through April 30, 2027: No live-fire qualification is required.
Beginning May 1, 2027: Applicants who are not exempt must complete at least 50 rounds of supervised live fire and demonstrate safe firearm handling and shooting proficiency.
Original Washington CPL applicants must submit fingerprints as part of the application and background-check process.
The Washington CPL is valid for 5 years. Renewal may be completed within 90 days before or after expiration. Renewal after expiration during that period requires an additional $10 late fee.