Your Texas LTC Roadmap

   

A step-by-step guide to understanding eligibility, completing training, and applying for your Texas License to Carry.

   
This guide is educational, not a legal eligibility determination. Texas DPS makes all licensing decisions. Do not enter criminal history, medical information, or other sensitive details here.
   

1. Check your starting point

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Answer these general questions to find the right next step. Your responses stay on this page and are not stored.

     
Are you at least 18 years old?
     
Are you legally eligible to possess a firearm under applicable state and federal law?
     
Have you reviewed the official Texas DPS LTC eligibility rules, including criminal history, pending charges, court orders, lawful presence, and other restrictions?
           

Read official DPS eligibility guidance ↗

   
   

2. Follow your LTC checklist

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Check off tasks as you complete them. Your progress is saved on this device.

     
                                                     
   
   

3. Common questions

Do I need an LTC to carry in Texas?

Texas has permitless-carry provisions for qualifying people, but an LTC can provide additional benefits and is subject to its own requirements and restrictions. Review current DPS guidance.

Do I need to own a handgun first?

Not necessarily. Ask your instructor about rental options and ammunition requirements before your range session.

Can I take the classroom course online?

Yes, through an approved online course provider. Most applicants must still complete in-person range instruction and proficiency with a qualified LTC instructor.

What if I have a prior charge or special circumstance?

Do not rely on this checklist for an eligibility decision. Review Texas DPS eligibility FAQs and consult a qualified attorney if needed before paying for training.

How long does approval take?

DPS lists standard original-application processing at approximately 60 days, but incomplete applications or additional review can extend that time.

   

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