Concealed carry reciprocity
Illinois CCW reciprocity map
Where a Illinois concealed carry permit is honored, plus the carry rules that matter on the road. Free, and reviewed against official sources.
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Not legal advice. Carry laws change; confirm with official state sources before you travel. Reviewed since May 2026.
Honors a Illinois permit
5 states
through reciprocity
Michigan
Minnesota
Nevada
North Carolina
Wisconsin
Constitutional carry
29 states
no permit needed
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Constitutional carry
No
Duty to inform
Yes
Magazine limit
None
Permits honored here
0 states
Notable restrictions
- Illinois does NOT recognize any other state's concealed carry license
- Non-residents from 'substantially similar' states (currently AR, ID, MS, NV, TX, VA) may apply for an Illinois CCL
- Non-residents may transport legally encased/unloaded firearms in a vehicle under FOPA
- FOID card required to possess firearms/ammunition in IL
- Must immediately disclose presence of firearm to law enforcement on stop
Source: official state reference
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