Colorado concealed handgun permits are valid for five (5) years from the date of issuance. Renewal is handled by the county sheriff's office in the county...
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Colorado concealed handgun permits are valid for five (5) years from the date of issuance. Renewal is handled by the county sheriff's office in the county where the permit holder currently resides, even if the original permit was issued by a different Colorado county. Out-of-state permits are not eligible for renewal in Colorado; holders must apply as new applicants.
House Bill 24-1174, signed into law in 2024 and effective July 1, 2025, significantly changed renewal training requirements. All renewal applications received on or after July 1, 2025, must comply with the new requirements - there is no grace period for the training mandate.
A renewal applicant must demonstrate competence with a handgun by submitting one of the following:
Refresher Course Certificate - A training certificate from a minimum 2-hour concealed handgun refresher class conducted by a verified instructor (verified by a Colorado Sheriff's Office), obtained within six (6) months prior to submitting the renewal application. The refresher class must include:
Organized Shooting Competitions / Active Military / Peace Officer - Evidence of experience with a firearm through participation in organized shooting competitions (within one year), current military service, or current certification as a peace officer pursuant to Article 2.5 of Title 16.
Verified Instructor Status - Evidence that, at the time of application, the applicant is a verified instructor.
Honorable Military Discharge - Proof of honorable discharge from a branch of the United States Armed Forces that reflects pistol qualifications obtained within the ten (10) years preceding submittal of the renewal form.
Retired Colorado Law Enforcement - A certificate showing retirement from a Colorado law enforcement agency that reflects pistol qualifications obtained within the ten (10) years preceding submittal of the renewal form.
Important notes on training:
As of July 1, 2025, concealed handgun training classes (both initial and refresher) must be conducted by a certified firearms instructor who has been "verified" by a Colorado Sheriff's Office. Key points:
| Fee Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Standard renewal fee | $63 (state-set amount; some counties may have slight variations in total due to processing) |
| Late renewal fee (expired up to 6 months) | $63 + $15 late fee = $78 (per C.R.S. § 18-12-211) |
| Replacement card (lost/stolen/damaged) | $15 |
Note: Some counties charge additional credit/debit card processing fees (e.g., 2.39%). Payment methods vary by county (cash, check, money order, credit/debit card).
Fee breakdown may vary slightly by county. For example, Park County lists $50 for the permit + $13 for the background investigation = $63 total.
Additional documentation may be required, including proof of address (lease, utility bill), proof of name change (court documents, marriage certificate), etc.
If you have moved to a different Colorado county since your permit was issued:
If a renewal applicant has undergone a name change (marriage, divorce, or otherwise) since first acquiring the permit:
Processing times vary by county:
Permit holders must notify the issuing sheriff's office of a change of address within 30 days of moving. Lost or stolen permits must be reported within 30 days (some counties specify 3 business days for lost/stolen reporting).
This page covers one part of our Colorado concealed carry guide.
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