California Non-Resident CCW Permit

Due to a recent court ruling on Feb 1, 2025, Non-Residents may now apply for a California CCW Permit.

Apply with San Bernardino County. Once you obtain a California Non-Resident CCW Permit, you may legally carry concealed throughout the entire state of California.

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WHY CHOOSE SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY FOR YOUR CA NON-RESIDENT CCW?

San Bernardino County, under Shannon Dicus, has emerged as one of the most CCW-friendly jurisdictions in California, offering a fair, efficient process for non-residents seeking a California CCW permit.

Unlike restrictive counties that make it difficult to obtain a permit, San Bernardino County actively supports the rights of responsible firearm owners. Sheriff Dicus has streamlined the CCW process, making San Bernardino County one of the best options for non-residents. San Bernardino County application and issuance fees are some of the lowest in California.

Additionally, San Bernardino County sits at a crossroads in Southern California making it a major transportation hub for trucking, travel and tourism. Whether you are just passing through, camping, hiking, hunting, attending an event or visiting family you can be legally and responsibly armed as you travel through this great state.

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Want to legally carry concealed in California—even if you don’t live there? Now you can, without ever stepping foot in a classroom. The California Non-Resident Concealed Carry of Weapons (CCW) Online Certification Course is the most convenient, legally-compliant way to earn your certification—from anywhere, 24/7 at your pace.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

If you meet these requirements, you may proceed to apply.

  • You must be at least 21 years of age, and a US Citizen residing in the United States or in one of its territories.
  • The address listed on your application must match the address listed on your driver’s license. Proof of residency is required. 
  • You must have intent to travel to the county in which you are applying, within the next 12 months.
  • You must be a member of one of these four groups: (a) California Rifle & Pistol Association, (b) Gun Owners of America (c) Gun Owners of California, or (d) The Second Amendment Foundation (join for as little as $25 annually).
  • Complete our 12-hour California Non-Resident Firearms Safety course online 24/7.
  • Complete a live-fire qualification with the firearms you intend to carry on your permit. We can help locate a qualified instructor in your state. You may list up to 6 firearms maximum. Note, this is a separate fee depending on where you go and the instructor’s fees.
  • Submit your application online, pay the Initial application fee, and complete a virtual Zoom interview. Note, the application processing fees with San Bernardino County is about $300.
  • Submit (2) physical ink-rolled fingerprint cards for a DOJ background check. This may be completed in your state, and the cards must mailed in to the issuing county’s office.
  • Once your application, documents and fingerprints are submitted, just wait up to 120 days to be approved for your permit.
  • You will be notified by email of the approval. It’s that easy!

 

We are available 7 days a week, and can help you from start to finish. Please contact us with any questions at 602.300.3550 or email us at info@azccwonline.com.

Why You Should Get a California Non-Resident CCW

IF YOU TRAVEL TO ONE OF THESE CITIES BELOW, APPLY FOR YOUR CALIFORNIA NON-RESIDENT CCW PERMIT TODAY! CHOOSE BETWEEN RIVERSIDE OR SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY.

LIST OF CITIES IN RIVERSIDE COUNTY

Banning, Beaumont, Blythe, Calimesa, Canyon Lake, Cathedral City, Coachella, Corona, Desert, Hot Springs, Eastvale, Hemet, Indian Wells, Indio, Jurupa Valley, Lake Elsinore, La Quinta, Menifee, Moreno Valley, Murrieta, Norco, Palm Desert, Palm Springs, Perris, Rancho Mirage, Riverside (city), San Jacinto, Temecula, Wildomar

LIST OF CITIES IN SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY

Adelanto, Apple Valley, Barstow, Big Bear City, Big Bear Lake, Bloomington, Chino, Chino Hills, Colton, Fontana, Crestline, Grand Terrace, Hesperia, Highland, Joshua Tree, Loma Linda, Lucerne Valley, Montclair, Needles, Oak Hills, Ontario, Phelan, Rancho Cucamonga, Redlands, Rialto, San Bernardino (county seat), Silver Lakes, Spring Valley Lake, Twentynine Palms, Upland, Victorville, Wrightwood, Yucaipa, Yucca Valley

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No Travel To California Required For Classes Or Training.

How It Works - 4 Easy Steps

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STEP #1

Sign up for our CA Non-Resident CCW course. Complete it online 24/7. Non-resident applicants do not need to travel to California to complete an in-person class. Upon course completion, you may download the certificate to submit with your application.

STEP #2

Submit your application online and scheduled a virtual Zoom interview with Riverside or San Bernardino County Sheriff. We offer Concierge Application Services to make sure everything is submitted correctly. Pay the state processing fees.

STEP #3

Complete a live-fire qualification with the firearms you intend to carry and list on your permit. We can help locate an instructor at an approved partner training location near you (in your state). Then complete (2) physical fingerprint cards and mail those in for a background check.

STEP #4

Once everything has been submitted and completed, you must wait up to 120 days to be approved for your permit. Your permit will be mailed to you. The permit is valid for 2 years and may be renewed after that. You may complete an 8 hour renewal course online and re-qualify with the firearms you intend to carry.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Yes. San Bernardino County is one of the few California counties that issue CCW permits to Non-Residents. Sheriff Shannon Dicus, has made it a priority to ensure that law-abiding applicants have the opportunity to exercise their concealed carry rights while visiting California.

  • Be a member of one of these four groups: (a) California Rifle & Pistol Association, (b) Gun Owners of America (c) Gun Owners of California, or (d) The Second Amendment Foundation (join for as little as $25 annually).
  • Be at least 21 years of age.
  • Be a US Citizen and reside in the United States or in one of its territories.
  • Have valid identification. The address on application must match the address on a valid driver’s license. 
  • Own and have a gun(s) registered in your state.
  • Not have any open criminal cases or pending citations.
  • Not have any felony convictions or specified misdemeanors. (Penal Code Sections 29900-29905)
  • Not have a history of mental illness, or be currently under treatment/counseling for mental or emotional problems.
  • Not be on active probation.
  • Not be a defendant/respondent named within and subject to a current temporary restraining order/protection order/order after hearing. (Family Code section 621; Code of Civil Procedure 527.6 and 527.8)
  • Complete a 12 hour online firearms safety training course and in person live-fire qualification with the firearms you intend to carry and list on your permit. We can help locate an instructor in your area.
  • Submit an online application and pass a virtual Zoom interview with an Investigator. 
  • Submit fingerprints and pass a Department of Justice (DOJ) background check.
  • You must have intent to travel to the county in which you are applying, within the next 12 months.
  • If you have an active permit(s) from another state, this may help with the approval process. 

Yes. The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department recognizes training from SanBernardinoCCWOnline.com and Riverside CCW Training as meeting all legal and training requirements. Instructed by DOJ CCW Certified Instructor John Galletta, this course covers all of the required topics you need to know to get your California Non-Resident CCW and to carry confidently while you are in Caliornia.

The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department recognizes training from SanBernarinoCCWOnline.com and Riverside CCW Training as meeting all legal and training requirements. San Bernardino County does not require a Psychological Evaluation. The application and issuance fees are about $300, and the process is streamlined for people that do not live in California.

 
  • 7 days a week support to assist applicants in completing the state-approved online application portal. Application Specialists are available to assist you.
  • Guidance on required documents (e.g. proof of identity, firearm qualification certificates, residency verification, and etc). Get it done right, the first time!
  • We can help assist with the online application submission, to prevent common mistakes that could delays or cause rejections.
  • Personalized assistance in understanding the legal and procedural requirements 7 days a week.
  • This is an optional service available with a nominal fee to help people navigate the online submission process and minimize common mistakes that could potentially delay the issuance of your permit.

To qualify, applicants must:

Yes. A valid CCW permit issued by San Bernardino County is legally recognized throughout the entire state of California where firearms are allowed. *Non-Resident Firearms Do Not Need To Be Listed On The California Roster. 10 Round Magazine Capacity. No Extended Magazine Exemptions. No Threaded Barrels.

  1. An online classroom portion that can be completed from anywhere. Take our online course at your convenience 24/7.
  2. A live-fire qualification must be completed with each firearm you intend to carry in California and list on your permit. 
  • With an NRA or USCCA instructor at a range in the applicant’s home state (OR)
  • If you have plans to travel to California, you may complete the qualification with John Galletta’s training company with Riverside CCW Training.
  • Private live-fire qualifications are also offered in Arizona, with Safehouse Defense by appointment only. Please contact us to schedule an appointment at 602-300-3550.

Applicants have two options for Live-Fire Qualification:

Our 5 Star Customer Service team are available 7 days a week to answer questions before, during and after the course. Additionally, our Concierge Application Specialist and Instructors are available to help streamline the processes from start to finish. Call 623-850-4134 with questions.

A California Non-Resident CCW Permit is valid for 2 years from the date of issuance. Renewal requires taking our 8 hour online course and completing the same live-fire qualification process with an NRA or USCCA Certified Instructor near you.

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