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Is a New Hampshire Non-Resident Permit Valid in Indiana?

Recognized — and permitless carry appliesVerified 2026-08-08

Legal, yes. Indiana honors the permit, and permitless carry for adults 18+ applies there too. Either way, Indiana's carry rules — not New Hampshire's — control while you're in the state.

Why

Official IN.gov FAQ quoting IC 35-47-2-21(b): licenses issued by other states or foreign countries 'will be recognized according to the terms thereof but only while the holders are not residents of Indiana.' No issuing-state residency condition, so non-resident permits are honored per their terms; permitless carry independently covers most visitors 18+.

The permit (New Hampshire)

Permit
New Hampshire Pistol/Revolver License
Issued by
Local chief of police, selectmen or mayor (residents); NH State Police (non-residents)
Issue policy
Shall-issue
Issued to non-residents?
Yes — Non-resident licenses are issued by the NH State Police Permits and Licensing Unit ($100, 5 years); resident licenses by the local licensing authority ($10). RSA 159:6 sets no minimum age — federal law governs handgun possession by minors. NH-issued non-resident licenses are valid only in NH or states that recognize them.

The destination (Indiana)

Recognition policy
Honors permits from all states
Permitless carry
Yes (18+)
Duty to inform
No (present permit on demand)
Magazine limit
No state limit

Carry rules in Indiana

Whatever your permit status, Indiana law governs how you carry inside the state. The rules below matter most on a short trip.

Off-limits places in Indiana

See the full 50-state map for a New Hampshire non-resident permit →

Frequently asked questions

Is a New Hampshire non-resident permit valid in Indiana?
Legal, yes. Indiana honors the permit, and permitless carry for adults 18+ applies there too. Either way, Indiana's carry rules — not New Hampshire's — control while you're in the state.
Do I have to tell police in Indiana that I am carrying?
No statutory proactive duty found; official IN.gov guidance recommends telling an officer 'in a non-threatening manner' that you are in possession of a firearm. Framed as a recommendation, not a legal requirement.
Does Indiana limit magazine capacity?
Indiana sets no state magazine-capacity limit for handguns.
Can I carry in Indiana without any permit?
Indiana allows permitless concealed carry from age 18 for people who may legally possess a handgun, including eligible visitors.
Where does Indiana publish its official reciprocity list?
Indiana publishes its recognition policy on an official state page, linked in the sources on this page. That page is the authority — check it shortly before travel, because recognition lists change without much notice.

Official sources