Why get a Virginia Nonresident Concealed Handgun Permit?

Anyone who wants to be able to carry a concealed handgun will be required to obtain a concealed handgun permit. Some states require a person to take the necessary course in person. However, Virginia is not one of them.

Getting a Virginia Nonresident Concealed Handgun Permit is a great option, because not only can a person take the course online, but it is also accepted in 29 states. There are no other states that actually state a person can take the course online. The other states could reject an application if they feel the course that was taken was not in compliance with their state regulations.

By obtaining a nonresident permit through Virginia a person can carry a concealed handgun across state lines, if the states (29 states will accept the permit) a person is traveling through accept Virginia’s permit.

So how does a person obtain a nonresident concealed handgun permit from Virginia?

• First, a person, not living in Virginia, needs to complete a qualifying concealed handgun course online.
• He or she must pass the final test, usually with a 70% or better.
• Then, the person will need to obtain a copy of his or her certificate. Be aware this certificate of competency is NOT a permit. A person must follow the rest of the steps in order to complete the process and obtain a permit.
• Next, get the links to the State Police of Virginia to apply online.
• Finally, the person needs to complete and submit their application and pay the necessary fees to acquire their permit.
• Other requirements include, the person must be at least 21 years old. Also, the application a person fills out must be done in front of a notary, along with stating the required oath, provided by the Virginia State Police. The person will also need to submit fingerprints, photo of him or herself and a copy of a valid photo-ID, issued by a governmental agency.

Once all of that is completed then it is the person’s responsibility to find out which states reciprocate, meaning which states will honor Virginia’s Concealed Handgun Permit. If they do not it is your responsibility to find out what their laws are and comply with any rules they require.

Be aware the permit is valid for 5 years and will need to be renewed. In order to get a renewal on the permit a person will need to complete all the steps listed above, except for the competence certificate. It is a good idea to submit everything necessary at least 60 days before the current permit expires.

There are people who are automatically not qualified to get a permit for a concealed handgun. A person needs to be sure to find out what the restrictions are within their own state.

Anyone who has a permit must carry that permit with them at all times, when carrying their weapon .The person will also produce the permit should a law enforcement officer request to see the permit.

Having a Nonresident Virginia Concealed Handgun Permit allows a person to carry a concealed handgun through at least 29 states.