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New Hampshire Concealed Carry Permit Fee Calculator

A concealed carry permit in New Hampshire costs $10 for the initial application through the local police / selectmen, is valid 5 years, and renews for $10. New Hampshire is a permitless-carry state, so the permit is optional — most people get one anyway for out-of-state reciprocity and faster background checks.

Verified against official New Hampshire sources on 2026-07-17. How we verify fees.

Estimated annual cost
$2.00/ year
  • Renewal (billed $10 every 5 years)
    Shown as per-year average
    $2.00
One-time fees (first registration)
  • Initial permit application
    $10.00
One-time total: $10.00

Estimate only — actual fees are set by your state and county at the time of registration. Data last reviewed 2026-07-17. This state's full local formula is not yet implemented; see the notes below the calculator.

Good to know

  • At $10, the cheapest optional resident permit in the country.

What determines permit cost in New Hampshire?

  • Initial application ($10)
  • Renewal every 5 years ($10)
  • Issuing authority: Local police / selectmen
  • Optional — permitless carry state

Frequently asked questions

How much does a concealed carry permit cost in New Hampshire?

The initial application costs $10, paid to the local police / selectmen. Renewal is $10 every 5 years.

Is New Hampshire a permitless carry state?

Yes — eligible adults can carry concealed without a permit in New Hampshire. The permit is optional, but many residents still get one for reciprocity when traveling to other states and to streamline firearm purchases.

How long is a New Hampshire carry permit valid?

5 years. Renewing costs $10 — renew before expiration to avoid reapplying as a new applicant.

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Official New Hampshire resources

Estimates here are informational — the state is the only source of an official quote.

nhsp.dos.nh.gov — fee source ↗

Data last reviewed 2026-07-17.