Time to renew your CCW permit? Get registered here!
Time to renew your CCW permit? Get registered here!
Download and complete the appropriate application form from the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office website.
Your concealed handgun permit is valid for five years. You can renew your CCW permit up to 120 days before it expires through the county’s online portal.
For renewals:
If your permit has already expired, you may need to complete new CCW classes in El Paso County before reapplying.
Fees are set by the county and may change. Always confirm the latest rates on the sheriff’s office website before applying.
Colorado is a permit-required state for concealed carry. That means anyone who wants to carry a handgun in public must complete a state-approved CCW training course and apply through the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office.
Concealed carry weapon (CCW) laws are designed to promote firearm safety and ensure permit holders understand how, when, and where they can legally carry. Training typically includes:
If your county isn’t listed, don’t worry—we are certified statewide and can train students from all 64 Colorado counties.
All applications must be processed within 90 days. To avoid delays, make sure you:
Once your background check clears and your application is approved, you’ll receive an email from the Sheriff’s Office letting you know your permit is ready for pickup.
Yes, Colorado law now requires live-fire training sessions for concealed handgun permits. Live-fire practice is a crucial part of responsible gun ownership, and it allows you to build real-world muscle memory — learning how your firearm behaves under stress, how to handle recoil safely, and how to improve your accuracy and confidence.
Several CCW classes in El Paso County include an optional live-fire component, including our CCW courses at Colorado Handgun Safety. Even if you’ve been shooting for years, refreshing your safety habits under instructor supervision can make a major difference in your readiness and reaction time in a self-defense situation.
No — Colorado concealed carry laws specifically require in-person instruction from a state-approved firearms instructor. Online-only courses do not meet the legal training requirement to apply for a concealed handgun permit.
In-person CCW training ensures that you not only understand concealed carry laws, but also demonstrate safe handling, storage, and situational awareness.
Under new Colorado law, your handgun safety course certificate is now valid for 1 year for new applicants, and 6 months for anyone who is renewing. That means if you took a CCW class within the last decade, you can use that certificate when applying for your Colorado concealed carry permit — as long as the course was taught by a state-approved instructor and covered the required legal and safety material.
If your certificate is older than 1 year, or if you completed training in another state that doesn’t meet Colorado’s requirements, you’ll need to retake an approved CCW class in El Paso County before applying or renewing.
Once you receive your concealed handgun permit, you can legally carry a concealed firearm throughout most public areas in Colorado. However, certain locations remain restricted under both state and federal law. You cannot carry a concealed weapon in:
When traveling, it’s your responsibility to stay informed about concealed carry laws and local ordinances. If you plan to carry outside Colorado, you can check reciprocity agreements using the USCCA Concealed Carry Reciprocity Map to confirm which states honor your Colorado permit.
If you move or legally change your name, you must update your information with the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office within 30 days. This requirement ensures your concealed handgun permit remains valid and your record stays current in the state database.
To update your permit:
If you move to another Colorado county, you’ll need to notify your new county’s sheriff within 30 days to transfer your permit record.
