Overview for Alaska
Alaska is one of the few states that allows concealed carry, without a permit.
In fact you don’t really need a permit in Alaska. Most people that have one, use it for other states that honor Alaska’s permits. Most of Alaska firearm regulations are easy going compared to most states.
There is a law in Alaska that allows people under the age of 18 to own a firearm. However, this goes against federal law, which says that citizens must at least 18 or older to possess a firearm.
| Law | Long-guns | Handguns |
|---|---|---|
| Permit to Purchase | No | No |
| Open Carry | Yes | Yes |
| Concealed Carry | No | Yes |
| State Preemption of Local Restrictions | Yes | Yes |
| Firearm Registration | No | No |
| Owner License | No | No |
The Concealed Carry Permit
(often encompasses the open carry permit)
- Price: Can not exceed $99.00 (Not needed to carry in the state of Alaska.)
- Valid for 5 years
- Regarding Non-residents of Alaska: Does Not Issue
- An owner's license is Not Needed
- Permit to Purchase: Not Needed
- Permits to Purchase Year/Cost: Not Needed
Official Concealed Carry page for Alaska.
Alaska Concealed Carry Reciprocity
Alaska Magazine Capacity
Alaska allows the use of extended magazines without any restrictions.
Does Alaska have a gun buy back program?
Alaska does not run, or fund any gun buyback programs.
Does Alaska have an inheritance gun law?
Alaska does not have an inheritance gun law.