Frequent Questions About Wisconsin Concealed Carry Permit.
What are Wisconsin's Concealed Weapon License requirements?
Wisconsin Statute 175.60(4) requires you obtain "A firearms safety or training course that is available to the public and is offered by...an instructor who is certified by a national or state organization that certifies firearms instructors " All of our instructors are NRA certified instructors as well as having additional training and certifications. Once you receive a qualifying training certificate you can apply for your license on Wisconsin's Online Application System.
To Qualify for Wisconsin's Concealed Weapon License, the following is required:
- Be a current Wisconsin resident proved with either a Wisconsin state driver’s license or ID, or be stationed in the state of Wisconsin under active military orders.
- 21 years old or older
- Have proof of training. Students will receive the required proof at the end of the Wisconsin Concealed Carry class.
How long is the Wisconsin Concealed Carry Permit Class?
3 hours is the length of the Wisconsin Concealed Carry Permit Class
Does the Wisconsin Concealed Carry Class include range time or a shooting qualification?
No, Wisconsin does not require any range time or shooting qualification to get a Wisconsin Concealed Weapon License. While the Wisconsin Concealed Concealed Carry course does not include range time we highly recommend all students obtain additional live-fire training from a qualified instructor.
What is the total cost of receiving an Wisconsin Concealed Weapon License?
The ASDI Wisconsin Concealed Carry class costs $65.00. Additionally, the state will charge you a $40.00 licensing / background check fee. You can pay that fee when you apply through the online application system. After adding these numbers together, the total cost of receiving your Wisconsin CCW license is $115.00.
Can I obtain a Wisconsin non-resident permit?
No, Wisconsin does not offer a non-resident permit, however, Wisconsin recognizes concealed weapons permits from other states. Wisconsin does place two requirements on the permits that it will accept. The first requirement is that the issuing state of your permit must honor Wisconsin's concealed carry permit. The second requirement that the issuing state must conduct a background check that is comparable to Wisconsin’s.
What are the benefits of a Wisconsin Permit?
Wisconsin is not a constitutional carry state, so the only way to legally carry a firearm within the state is with a concealed carry permit. The Wisconsin permit also allows you to travel, being honored in 30 different states.
After Completing my Wisconsin Concealed Carry Class, what else is left to do?
This class is the only class required to get your Wisconsin Concealed Firearm Permit. Once you have completed the class you will receive a certificate that meets the requirements of Wisconsin 175.60(4) for obtaining a Concealed Firearm Permit. You will then apply for the permit using Wisconsin's online application system. https://concealedcarry.doj.wi.gov/ccwonline/steps/startApplication.html#!