Your New Mexico Concealed Carry License 
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What is included in this class?

Our Military and Veteran 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:

 

  • Classroom instruction provided by a USCCA/NRA certified Concealed Carry Instructor
  • 3 hours of In-person training that meets the requirements set by the New Mexico Department of Public Safety for Military and Veterans who have left active duty in the last 20 years.
  • A comprehensive discussion on New Mexico firearms law
  • Detailed review of New Mexico Self-Defense statutes
  • Review of where you can and can not lawfully conceal carry in New Mexico
  • Proper handgun selection for beginners and advanced shooters
  • Class costs $35.00

 

 

Our New Mexico Concealed Handgun License (CCW) course is specifically designed for Active Duty military personnel and veterans who have left active service within the last 20 years. This course provides the required training to apply for a New Mexico concealed carry license. Each class is taught by certified instructors who meet New Mexico state requirements and maintain professional credentials through the NRA and/or USCCA. Throughout the course, we ensure every participant gains a clear understanding of New Mexico firearm laws, use-of-force statutes, 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. As active duty or have left the military, you are not required to take the shooting test traditionally required for the New Mexico permit. 

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What should you expect?

 

Practical Training

During this course, you will develop essential firearm safety and handling skills, learn responsible weapon practices, and gain a clear understanding of applicable firearms laws — including those specific to New Mexico. Our training focuses on practical, real-world scenarios such as safe firearm storage, considerations for households with children, and the core principles of concealed carry to help you stay confident, compliant, and prepared.
 

Knowledgeable Instructors

All of our instructors are certified in accordance with New Mexico requirements and maintain active credentials through the NRA and/or USCCA. Each instructor brings extensive experience in self-defense strategies for both home and public environments. Their practical, hands-on approach builds a solid foundation of knowledge and skill, helping you feel confident and prepared when carrying your firearm. 
 

Everyday Safety

Safety is our top priority—both inside the classroom and beyond. To maintain a secure learning environment, no live ammunition is allowed in the classroom at any time. We are committed to promoting responsible firearm ownership and ensuring your experience is both safe and positive. 
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Why a New Mexico Permit?

The New Mexico Concealed Handgun License (CCW) is a valuable permit for responsible firearm owners. It allows qualified individuals to lawfully carry a concealed handgun within the state of New Mexico and may be recognized by other states through reciprocity agreements. To qualify, applicants must complete a state-approved firearms training course that covers safe handling, legal responsibilities, and includes a live-fire shooting qualification. As active duty or if you left the military in the last 20 years, the state waives the traditional class and shooting requirement.  Application fees and license terms are set by the state, and licenses must be renewed periodically in accordance with New Mexico law. New Mexico also provides a process for eligible non-residents, including active-duty military members stationed in the state, to obtain a license if they meet the required qualifications and complete approved training.
 

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Why Train with ASDI?

With ASDI, getting your concealed carry permit is simple, straightforward, and budget-friendly; our New Mexico active duty and veterans who have left active service within the last 20 years. The class costs just $35.00. All you do is show up, and we will guide you through every step. Instead of handing you a certificate and sending you off, we will make sure you know exactly what to do next. 

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Common Questions

 

What Training in required for the New Mexico CCW?

If you are currently on active duty in the U.S. military or you are a veteran/retiree who was honorably discharged within the last 20 years, you are exempt from the standard firearms training requirement that most applicants must complete for a New Mexico Concealed Handgun License (CCW). That means you do not have to take an expensive CCW training course or live-fire qualification to meet the training requirement when applying for your license under the military exemption. 
 

Why should I get the New Mexico Permit?

Even though Active Duty military and those who separated within the last 20 years may be exempt from New Mexico’s standard training requirement, taking a concealed carry class still offers significant benefits. New Mexico has unique laws on use-of-force and deadly force statutes. Rules of engagement in the military differ greatly from civilian self-defense law. A class helps bridge that gap. 
 

What do I need to bring with me to the class? Should I bring a firearm?

For the classroom portion, please bring a valid New Mexico state ID card or driver’s license. This course is classroom-only and does not include a live-fire or shooting qualification. No firearms or ammunition are permitted in the classroom. All required instruction will be completed in a safe, structured learning environment focused on legal responsibilities, firearm safety principles, and concealed carry considerations. 

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