North Carolina Concealed Carry Laws (2026)

Concealed Carry in states bordering North Carolina

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

• GeorgiaPermitted

  No permit is needed. Since April 12, 2022, Georgia allows permitless carry for any "lawful weapons carrier": generally anyone 21 or older who is not legally barred from having a firearm, or 18 or older with qualifying military service. Visitors are covered if they would qualify for a Georgia license apart from residency, or hold a carry license from any state. A Georgia license is optional.

  Verified Oct 12, 2026 · Source: georgia.gov · Full Georgia rule →

• South CarolinaPermitted

  South Carolina has been a permitless-carry state (also called constitutional carry) since March 7, 2024 under H.3594, so eligible persons 18 and older may carry concealed without a permit. An optional CWP from South Carolina's SLED is available for reciprocity, and the minimum age is 18.

  Verified Jul 6, 2026 · Source: sled.sc.gov · Full South Carolina rule →

• TennesseePermitted

  Tennessee has permitless carry: no permit is required, and anyone 18 and older who lawfully possesses and is lawfully present may carry openly or concealed (a 2025 law formalized ages 18 to 20). Optional permits are available.

  Verified Jul 6, 2026 · Source: tn.gov · Full Tennessee rule →

• VirginiaConditional

  A permit is required to carry a concealed handgun on your person, and you must be 21 or older. Virginia residents get a Concealed Handgun Permit from the circuit court, which must issue it within 45 days unless the applicant is disqualified. Applicants must show handgun competence in person, by a course or other listed proof. Out-of-state permits are honored for visitors for now; that is under review.

  Verified Oct 12, 2026 · Source: vsp.virginia.gov · Full Virginia rule →