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Illinois CCW Reciprocity & Gun Laws
Illinois is one of the most restrictive states for carry — both concealed and open carry are heavily regulated, may-issue or shall-issue with restrictions. Verified data on reciprocity, magazine caps, AWB status, and suppressor legality — updated 2026.
Carrying In Illinois
Illinois requires a state-issued permit for concealed carry. Open carry is heavily restricted — verify with your local law enforcement before carrying openly.
Magazine capacity capped at 15 rounds. Assault weapon ban in effect — verify rifle features (pistol grip, threaded barrel, adjustable stock) before purchase or transfer. Suppressors are legal for civilian ownership (Form 4 + federal NFA registration required).
Reciprocity — Permits Honored In Illinois
If you hold a valid concealed carry permit from one of these states, Illinois will recognize it (subject to age, federal law, and local rules):
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- Florida
- Georgia
- Idaho
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- New Hampshire
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
Restricted / Conditional
These states' permits are honored only under specific conditions in Illinois — verify before carrying:
Not Honored
Illinois does NOT recognize concealed carry permits from these states:
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Hawaii
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Minnesota
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- Washington
Where Your Illinois Permit Travels
A valid Illinois concealed carry permit is recognized in 0 other states (in addition to Constitutional Carry states where no permit is required):
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Important: Firearm laws change frequently and vary by locality within each state. This page is informational, not legal advice. Always verify current Illinois firearm regulations directly with the state Attorney General's office or a licensed firearms attorney before carrying, purchasing, or transporting a firearm. DOPE makes no guarantees about accuracy, completeness, or timeliness — by using this page you acknowledge you are solely responsible for compliance with all applicable laws.