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.
GET CALIFORNIA CERTIFIED ONLINE. THEN COMPLETE A LIVE-FIRE QUALIFICATION NEAR YOU.
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 3 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 $275.
- 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
- Covers All California – One course, one permit. You're covered in ALL
California counties when you travel. - A Powerful Combination - Legally carry concealed in California. If you also have
an Arizona CCW Permit, you may carry in the majority of the United States. - Designed for Non-Residents – If you frequently travel to California for business,
family, or recreation, this permit keeps you legally armed and protected. - Fast & Convenient Process – Non-Residents may complete the course online 24/7.
You do not have to travel to California to complete a 2 day in-person class. - Taught by Experts – Our certified instructors ensure you meet all requirements while
learning the laws and your rights as a responsibly armed citizen. - Live-Fire Qualification – We can help locate an instruction near you (nationwide).
- 5 Star Support - Our Customer service team helps people from all over the
country get their Arizona & California CCW Permits. 7 Days a week.
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
All Done Remotely.
No Travel To California Required For Classes Or Training.
How It Works - 4 Easy Steps
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.
“Concealed carry for non-California residents is in its infancy; however, the program AZ CCW Online has is in line with a well-oiled machine that has been running for decades. If you’re sick of going to California and having to decide whether to leave your gun at home or stop before the Colorado River and 1) make your firearm all but useless and 2) hope that you remember how to navigate the never-ending maze of firearm restrictions in California, should you come in contact with law enforcement, you now have another option: acquire your CCW license with the help of AZ CCW Online and its partnerships with the Riverside and San Bernardino County Sheriff Offices.
Yes, you will have to sit through 12 hours of online video classes, but I found them to be both entertaining and informative. The aforementioned maze of CA gun rules is made perfectly clear by the instructor, who actually provides his real-world experience of having to use his firearm to defend his life and the lives of others. The process of obtaining the needed documents (fingerprints, identification documents, etc.) uploaded with the assurance of being in good order can only be described as a White Glove experience. These folks handle it all with amazing communication and attention to detail. Nothing can throw off an application process with any government entity than not ensuring Is are dotted and Ts being crossed, and they make sure everything is in good order so that all you have to do is provide the information. They will even assist in the live-fire qualification so there is no need to leave the Phoenix metro area in obtaining the ability to legally carry your firearm in California.
I cannot recommend this service provided by AZ CCW Online enough. In my opinion, if you’re looking to legally carry your firearm in California as an Arizona resident, they should be the first, and only, people to contact.”
Review by TIAA Cref – 07/26/25
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can Non-Residents obtain a California CCW permit in San Bernardino County?
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.
What are the elibiility requirements to apply?
- 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.
Is the online course format approved by the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department?
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.
Why is San Bernardino County one of the best options for a Non-Resident CCW?
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 $275, and the process is streamlined for people that do not live in California.
How does the Concierge Application Service help Non-Resident applicants?
- 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.
What are the eligibility requirements for a Non-Resident CCW permit in Riverside County?
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be at least 21 years old
- Be a U.S. Citizen residing in the United States or one of its territories.
- Have good moral character.
- No felonies or misdemeanors on your background.
- Pass a DOJ (Department of Justice) background check.
- Complete our approved 16-hour online California CCW course and complete a live-fire qualification near you. Must be with a NRA or USCCA certified instructor.
Does a San Bernardino County CCW permit allow me to carry throughout California?
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.
What is the online blended learning format, and how does it work?
- An online classroom portion that can be completed from anywhere. Take our online course at your convenience 24/7.
- 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.
How do I complete the live-fire qualification?
Applicants have two options for Live-Fire Qualification:
- Complete firearm qualification with NRA or USCCA instructor in your home state (OR)
- Travel to California and qualify with Riverside CCW Training, a Riverside County Approved Training Company
- We help our students locate an instructor near you and we provide all of the instructions for the qualification.
What if I have questions about the online course or application process?
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.
What is the Calfornia Non-Resident Renewal Process?
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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