What is included in this class?
Our New Mexico Concealed Carry License is designed to ensure that students leave confident in their ability to carry a concealed weapon. During your class, the following will be covered:
New Mexico NMSA 1978, § 29-19-7 compliant class required to receive your license
In-depth discussion on New Mexico firearms law
Detailed review of New Mexico self-defense and use-of-force law
Review of where you can and cannot conceal carry in New Mexico
Proper handgun selection for beginners and advanced shooters
The class is 15 hours long
Class costs only New_Mexico_NMCCL_Class_Fee
New Mexico requires a Concealed Handgun License to carry a concealed handgun in public. The New Mexico Department of Public Safety administers the program under the New Mexico Concealed Handgun Carry Act, NMSA 1978, Sections 29-19-1 through 29-19-14, and licensees must have their physical concealed handgun license in their possession while carrying concealed. This course provides the required training to apply for a New Mexico Concealed Handgun License. Applicants must complete a DPS-approved firearms training course, commonly listed as a 15-hour course covering firearm safety, New Mexico firearms law, use-of-force statutes, marksmanship, and required qualification. Each class is taught by certified instructors who meet New Mexico state requirements and maintain professional credentials through the NRA/USCCA. Throughout the course, students gain a clear understanding of New Mexico firearm laws and the responsibilities that come with carrying a concealed handgun. Our instruction is designed to build both confidence and practical preparedness. We discuss real-world self-defense scenarios in detail, breaking them down step by step to explain what to do — and what to avoid. Upon completion, eligible students will receive documentation verifying they have met New Mexico’s training requirements. Active-duty military members and certain veterans may not be required to complete the traditional shooting test for the New Mexico permit, depending on current DPS requirements and eligibility.
What should you expect?
Practical Training
Knowledgeable Instructors
Everyday Safety
Why a New Mexico Permit?
A New Mexico Concealed Handgun License allows qualified individuals to legally carry a concealed handgun in New Mexico, as long as they follow all applicable state and federal laws. New Mexico law requires licensees to have their physical license in their possession any time they are carrying concealed. Getting your New Mexico license also gives you the training and knowledge needed to carry more confidently and responsibly. During the course, students learn firearm safety, New Mexico carry laws, use-of-force considerations, safe handling practices, and the responsibilities that come with carrying a concealed handgun in public. Even if you already have firearm experience, the New Mexico license process provides structured, state-specific instruction that helps you better understand where you can carry, where you cannot carry, and how to make safe, lawful decisions in real-world situations. It is a practical step for anyone who wants to carry responsibly and be better prepared to protect themselves and their loved ones.
Why Train with ASDI?
With ASDI, we make getting your concealed carry permit simple, straightforward, and affordable; our New Mexico Concealed Carry class cost just $$. When you take our class, you only need to show up and we will walk you through the entire process. We won't just give you your certificate and send you on your way, we will make sure that you know exactly what to do next and how to make it easy and painless.
Common Questions
What Training is required for the New Mexico CCW?
To apply for a New Mexico Concealed Handgun License, most applicants must complete a New Mexico Department of Public Safety-approved firearms training course. This course includes classroom instruction, firearm safety, New Mexico concealed carry laws, use-of-force considerations, and live-fire qualification. The training is designed to help applicants understand the legal responsibilities of carrying a concealed handgun and to demonstrate safe, responsible firearm handling before applying for their license.
Why should I get the New Mexico Permit?
Even if you already have firearm experience, a New Mexico Concealed Handgun License provides important benefits for anyone who wants to carry responsibly. New Mexico has specific laws covering where you can carry, when force may be legally justified, and what responsibilities come with carrying a concealed handgun in public. Taking a New Mexico concealed carry class helps you understand those state-specific laws before you carry. The course covers firearm safety, New Mexico use-of-force considerations, lawful carry locations, prohibited areas, and real-world self-defense scenarios. It also helps build confidence by walking through what to do (and what to avoid) when carrying a firearm for personal protection. A New Mexico permit is more than a legal requirement; it is a way to gain the training, knowledge, and practical preparedness needed to carry safely and responsibly.