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

Why

• Wisconsin does not issue carry permits to non-residents (issued only to wisconsin residents (valid wi driver's license or id required) or active-duty military stationed in wisconsin (wi doj ccw faq)).

New Hampshire has no inbound recognition statute because none is needed — no license is required to carry. Any out-of-state permit holder (or non-holder) who may lawfully possess a firearm may carry. RSA 159:6-d addresses only outbound reciprocity for NH licenses; the State Police publish the list of states honoring NH resident licenses.

Carry rules in New Hampshire

Your Wisconsin habits may not match New Hampshire's law. Check these three areas before you carry there.

• No statutory duty to inform a police officer of carrying appears in RSA Chapter 159.
• New Hampshire sets no state magazine-capacity limit for handguns.
• New Hampshire allows permitless concealed carry for people who may legally possess a handgun, including eligible visitors.
• Since Feb 22, 2017, no license is required to carry a loaded pistol or revolver openly or concealed in a vehicle for anyone not prohibited from possessing firearms.

Off-limits places in New Hampshire

• Courtrooms and areas used by a court (RSA 159:19, class B felony)
• Federal facilities (federal law)
• Federal school zones for carriers without a state-issued license (federal Gun-Free School Zones Act)

Frequently asked questions

Is a Wisconsin non-resident permit valid in New Hampshire?

Wisconsin has no non-resident permit program (issued only to Wisconsin residents (valid WI driver's license or ID required) or active-duty military stationed in Wisconsin (WI DOJ CCW FAQ)). Travelers who want multi-state coverage usually pair their home-state permit with a widely honored non-resident permit from another state.

Do I have to tell police in New Hampshire that I am carrying?

No statutory duty to inform a police officer of carrying appears in RSA Chapter 159.

Does New Hampshire limit magazine capacity?

New Hampshire sets no state magazine-capacity limit for handguns.

Can I carry in New Hampshire without any permit?

New Hampshire allows permitless concealed carry for people who may legally possess a handgun, including eligible visitors.

Does Wisconsin issue non-resident carry permits?

No. Wisconsin issues carry permits to residents only (issued only to Wisconsin residents (valid WI driver's license or ID required) or active-duty military stationed in Wisconsin (WI DOJ CCW FAQ)). Non-residents who want multi-state coverage usually obtain a non-resident permit from a state that offers one, such as those listed in our non-resident permit guide.