Texas doesn't have a waiting period for gun purchases. Purchases through a federally licensed gun dealer will lead to a criminal background check that verifies that the buyer can own a gun.
DPS will make every effort to issue your license within 60 days of receiving the completed application packet. If the application is incomplete or requires additional information to complete the background check, you will be notified in the manner you selected on your application.
As of 2021, Texas law no longer requires people to have a license to carry (LTC) to carry a handgun in most public places. Texans can still get a license to carry if they wish. See the Texas State Law Library page for more.
Other Texas Gun Laws to Keep in Mind This means that Texans who are 21 years old and above can carry a handgun, without a permit, provided that they don't have a criminal record. You can carry your handgun concealed or openly in a holster.
Complete The Online LTC/CHL Class Complete the self paced online class. Come and go as needed. Each section is roughly 15 minutes. You are immediately given access to your DPS LTC-104 (Formerly called a LTC-101 if issued prior to May 1st 2024).
Since September 1, 2021, a permit is not required for a person, both residents and non-residents, 21 and over to carry a handgun either openly or concealed in most places in Texas, granted they do not have any prior felony convictions.
Steps To Get A Texas Concealed Carry Permit. COMPLETE classroom training. Pass the written exam and pass a shooting proficiency demonstration. DOWNLOAD the application form or SUBMIT an online application.
The LTC is absolutely still worth it in Texas, or really any state with PLC (permitless carry). I am 100% a supporter of PLC, and I am glad that Texas has come on board. It allows anyone who realizes the need to carry for their own protection to immediately start doing it, legally.