UTAH · STUDENT GUIDE · CURRENT AS OF SEPTEMBER 30, 2026
How to Get a Utah Concealed Firearm Permit
Utah allows permitless carry for eligible adults 21+, but the Concealed Firearm Permit (CFP) is still the most widely honored travel permit in the country — open to residents and non-residents alike, and honored in roughly 36 other states.
Overview
Utah is a shall-issue, constitutional-carry state
As long as you meet the minimum requirements, the Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) must issue the permit.
The FBI is raising its fingerprint-processing fee, which pushes Utah's application cost from $52 to $55 for residents and from $87 to $90 for non-residents on applications received on or after October 1, 2026.
Do You Even Need One?
Utah has permitless carry — so why get a CFP?
Since House Bill 60 took effect in 2021, any eligible Utah resident 21 or older can carry a concealed firearm without a permit. The CFP still matters for a few specific reasons:
- Reciprocity. A Utah CFP travels — it's honored in roughly 36 other states, far more than permitless carry alone covers.
- School grounds. Permit holders can carry onto K-12 school property; permitless carriers generally cannot.
- Buying a handgun. A valid CFP can serve as an alternative to a dealer's point-of-sale background check.
- 18–20 year olds. Permitless carry only applies at 21+; the Provisional CFP is the only legal path to concealed carry for 18–20 year olds.
- Are at least 21 years old for the standard permit, or 18–20 for the provisional permit
- Have not been convicted of a felony
- Are qualified to purchase and possess a firearm under Utah Code § 76-10-503 and federal law
- Demonstrate proof of good character, as defined in the statute
- Complete a BCI-certified firearms familiarity course before applying
The Process
Steps to apply
Complete a BCI-certified course
Take an in-person firearms familiarity course from a BCI-certified instructor. Utah does not accept online-only training. No live fire is required by the state, though many instructors include it.
Get fingerprinted
Make an appointment through BCI or your local law enforcement agency. Your fingerprints go toward both a Utah and FBI background check. DMV CCW provides free fingerprint cards (FD-258) to students enrolled in our Utah CFP course — just ask your instructor. Prefer to print your own? Download the FD-258 form — cardstock is strongly preferred over regular paper for legible prints. Your instructor may be able to help take these if time allows during class.
Gather your materials
You'll need the completed application, a recent color passport-style photo, your signed training certificate, and your permanent physical residence address.
Download and complete the application
Download the official Concealed Firearm Permit Application (Official source) and fill in Sections 1, 2, 4, and 5 yourself. Section 3 (Instructor Certification) is completed and stamped by your instructor — your application will not be accepted by BCI without that stamp, so this has to happen before you submit.
Check your non-resident status, if applicable
If you live in a state that would honor the Utah CFP only once you already hold your home state's own permit, include a copy of that permit with your application. Check your home state's rules before applying.
Submit your application and pay the fee
Mail your application or deliver it in person to BCI in Taylorsville, UT, with a check or money order for $52 (resident) or $87 (non-resident) payable to the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification.
Wait for your background check
BCI reviews your application and criminal history; you don't need to do anything else during this stage.
Receive your permit
A standard CFP is valid for 5 years. A Provisional CFP is valid until your 21st birthday, at which point you can switch to a standard permit for a $10 fee.
Fees
Application & renewal fees
All fees are non-refundable and payable to the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification.
| Fee | Amount (through Sep 30, 2026) | Amount (Oct 1, 2026 on) |
|---|---|---|
| Initial application — resident | $52.00 | $55.00 |
| Initial application — non-resident | $87.00 | $90.00 |
| Renewal — non-resident | $50.00 | $50.00 |
| Provisional-to-standard conversion | $10.00 | $10.00 |
Renewal fees for active-duty military are waived. Training course costs are separate and vary by instructor.
Traveling With Your Permit
One of the most-honored permits in the country
Utah itself honors a concealed carry permit from any other state or county under Utah Code § 53-5a-102.2. In return, roughly 36 states honor the Utah CFP — some only for Utah residents, others for both residents and non-residents, so check the specific state before you travel.
Know Before You Carry
Where you can't carry, even with a permit
- Any posted "secure area" — commonly established at airports, courthouses, and higher-education institutions
- Correctional, law enforcement, and mental health facility secure areas
- Houses of worship or private residences, once notice has been given that firearms are prohibited
- Federal facilities and any place otherwise restricted by federal law
These restrictions apply to permit holders and permitless carriers alike (Utah Code § 53-5-710). A secure area must post notice at its entrances — there's no statewide default ban on carrying in ordinary private businesses the way some other states have.
Ready to knock out Step 1? Book the Utah CFP course.
Sources
Where this guide comes from
This is a general guide, not legal advice. Confirm current fees and requirements with BCI before you apply.
- Utah BCI: How do I Apply for a Concealed Firearm Permit?
- Utah BCI: Concealed Firearm Permits
- Utah BCI: States that Honor the Utah Permit(s)
- Utah BCI: Provisional Firearm Permit FAQ
- Utah BCI: Concealed Firearm Permit Application (official form)
- Utah Code § 53-5-704: Permit requirements
- Utah Code § 53-5-707: Permit fees
- Utah Code § 53-5-710: Carry restrictions
Not legal advice. This guide reflects Utah's permitting process as currently known at the time of publishing and is a general summary — it is not guaranteed to be current, including the fee increase scheduled for October 1, 2026. Before applying, verify current requirements directly with the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification or a licensed attorney in Utah.
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