Effective, July 15, 1998, Kentucky recognizes valid carry concealed weapons licenses issued by other states.
Written inquiries regarding recognition of Kentucky carry concealed licenses have been made to all other states and U.S. territories.
The following states have advised that they will recognize valid Kentucky carry concealed licenses:
| Alaska | Alabama |
| Arizona | Arkansas |
| Florida | Georgia |
| Idaho | Indiana |
| Louisiana | Michigan |
| Mississippi | Montana |
| New Hampshire | North Dakota |
| Pennsylvania | South Dakota |
| Tennessee | Texas |
| Utah | West Virginia |
| Wyoming |
Persons with a valid Kentucky carry concealed license may apply individually to the United States Virgin Islands Police Department for temporary reciprocal recognition of a CCDW license while in the Virgin Islands. This temporary recognition is normally for ninety (90) days from the date of issue.
An application for temporary privileges may be requested from:
Office of the Commissioner
Criminal Justice Complex
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, VI 00802.
The following states/territories have advised that they will not recognize valid Kentucky carry concealed licenses:
| California | Colorado |
| Connecticut | Delaware |
| District of Columbia | Guam |
| Hawaii | Illinois |
| Iowa | Kansas |
| Maine | Maryland |
| Massachusetts | Minnesota |
| Missouri | Nebraska |
| Nevada | New Jersey |
| New Mexico | New York |
| North Carolina | Ohio |
| Oklahoma | Oregon |
| Puerto Rico | Rhode Island |
| Samoa Territory | South Carolina |
| Vermont | Virginia |
| Washington | Wisconsin |
This list will be updated periodically as responses are received from the states/territories. It was last updated on 12/23/02.
Complements of
Oldham County Police Department
1855 North Highway 393
LaGrange, Kentucky 40031
(502) 222-1300 Office
(502) 222-5490 Fax