Quick facts about a non-resident Utah CFP?
1. Permit is issued by the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) to residents of other states.
2. Standard CFP issued to persons 21 years of age or older
3. Provisional CFP issued to 18- to 20-year-old applicants.
4. Standard CFP is valid for 5 years.
5. Provisional CFP expires when the permit holder turns 21 years old. Provisional permit holders may apply to convert from a provisional to standard permit 90-days before turning 21.
6. No written exam or shooting qualification for this course.
Benefits of a non-resident Utah CFP
A non-resident Utah CFP allows permit holders to carry a concealed firearm in states that recognize a Utah CFP, but not their home state’s concealed carry permit.
Our Northern California customers desire the Utah CFP primarily to carry concealed in Nevada and Washington.
A current list of states that recognize standard and provisional Utah CFPs can be found here: https://bci.utah.gov/concealed-firearm/reciprocity-with-other-states/
To obtain a Utah CFP or Provisional CFP
1. Complete 4-hour Utah CFP course. This class may be taken independently or in conjunction with our California CCW classes in Sacramento County. If taken with a California CCW class, there is minimal extra training as much of the material overlaps.
2. Complete a fingerprint card (blank fingerprint card provided in class)
3. Get a 2” x 2” passport quality photo
4. Mail the following documents to Utah BCI in a 9” x 12” envelope (provided in class):
a. Course certification / application (signed and stamped by the instructor).
b. Copy of your state Driver License or ID card.
c. Completed fingerprint card.
d. 2” x 2” photo with your name written on the back.
e. Copy of your home state’s CCW (only if they have reciprocity with Utah).
Note: California does NOT have reciprocity with any other states, but California CCWs are honored in several states.
f. Payment to Utah BCI (see application for current fee).
Standard and Provisional CFP application: https://bci.utah.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2024/12/CFP-app.pdf
Application to convert from Provisional to Standard CFP: https://bci.utah.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2024/01/CFP-Switch-app.pdf
How to renew your Utah CFP
You may renew your Utah CFP online from 90 days before it expires to 1 year after it expires.
To renew online, you will need to do the following:
1. Watch a brief video on firearms safety / suicide prevention
2. Upload a current passport quality photo
3. Upload a copy of your home state’s CCW (only if they have reciprocity with Utah)
4. Submit payment (see renewal link below for current fees)
To renew your Utah CFP online, click here: https://secure.utah.gov/concealed-firearms/
Additional resources
Current Utah CFP Minimum Training Standards: https://bci.utah.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2024/09/Minimum-Training-Curriculum.pdf
FAQs for Provisional CFP: https://bci.utah.gov/provisional-firearm-permit-frequently-asked-questions/
For eligibility and general information about the CFP: https://bci.utah.gov/concealed-firearm/how-do-i-apply-for-a-concealed-firearm-permit/
To register for our Utah CFP class in Sacramento County, Click here
We hope you found this information helpful!
