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North Dakota Concealed Carry Permit Fee Calculator

A concealed carry permit in North Dakota costs $60 for the initial application through the attorney general (bci), is valid 5 years, and renews for $60. North Dakota 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 North Dakota sources on 2026-07-17. How we verify fees.

Estimated annual cost
$12.00/ year
  • Renewal (billed $60 every 5 years)
    Shown as per-year average
    $12.00
One-time fees (first registration)
  • Initial permit application
    Class 2; Class 1 (more testing) higher with fingerprints
    $60.00
One-time total: $60.00

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.

What determines permit cost in North Dakota?

  • Initial application ($60)
  • Renewal every 5 years ($60)
  • Issuing authority: Attorney General (BCI)
  • Optional — permitless carry state

Frequently asked questions

How much does a concealed carry permit cost in North Dakota?

The initial application costs $60 (Class 2; Class 1 (more testing) higher with fingerprints), paid to the attorney general (bci). Renewal is $60 every 5 years.

Is North Dakota a permitless carry state?

Yes — eligible adults can carry concealed without a permit in North Dakota. 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 North Dakota carry permit valid?

5 years. Renewing costs $60 — renew before expiration to avoid reapplying as a new applicant.

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Official North Dakota resources

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

attorneygeneral.nd.gov — fee source ↗

Data last reviewed 2026-07-17.