California Out of State CCW

California CCW Training & Live-Fire Qualification in Las Vegas

California Residents & Nonresidents Can Complete Their Live-Fire Qualification in Las Vegas

Looking to obtain a California Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) permit but want to complete your training and firearm qualification in Las Vegas?
Through the US LawShield California CCW eLearning program, eligible applicants may complete the classroom portion of their California CCW training online and then complete the required live-fire proficiency test with Nevada CCW & Firearm Sales in Las Vegas, Nevada.
This can be especially convenient for Nevada residents who frequently visit California.

How Does It Work?

The California DOJ Instructor of Record for the US LawShield California CCW eLearning course is Todd Cotta,
An NRA Certified Pistol Instructor located outside California will conduct the live-fire proficiency test for the eLearning student. The out-of-state instructor conducting the live-fire portion does not need to be recognized by the California DOJ because the California DOJ Instructor of Record for the course is Todd Cotta.
This allows eligible students to complete their required live-fire proficiency test right here in Las Vegas at Nevada CCW & Firearm Sales.

How to Get Started

  1. Determine where you are eligible to apply.
    Review the participating California counties below and verify whether the county currently accepts resident, nonresident, or both types of applications.

  2. Complete the US LawShield California CCW eLearning Course.
    Complete the approved online classroom portion of your California CCW training the link is at the bottom of this page.

  3. Schedule Your Las Vegas Live-Fire Qualification.
    Contact Nevada CCW & Firearm Sales at 702-569-0278 to schedule your required live-fire proficiency test in Las Vegas.

  4. Complete Your Firearm Qualification.
    Complete the required live-fire proficiency test with our qualified instructor.

  5. Apply With the Appropriate California Issuing Agency.
    Submit your application and required documentation directly to the California county or issuing agency for which you qualify.

Participating California Counties

The US LawShield California CCW eLearning course is currently approved in the following counties according to the program information provided. Resident/nonresident eligibility varies by county, so applicants should verify current requirements directly with the issuing agency before beginning the process.

Resident & Nonresident Applications

Nonresident Applications

Resident Applications

Nevada Residents Seeking a California Nonresident CCW

Live in Nevada? You may still be eligible to apply for a California nonresident CCW through a participating California issuing agency.
Several of the counties listed above accept nonresident applications. Eligibility and application requirements are determined by the individual California issuing agency.
If you are a Nevada resident, contact Nevada CCW & Firearm Sales and we can help explain the training process and schedule your Las Vegas live-fire proficiency qualification.

Important Information

California CCW laws, nonresident eligibility, participating counties, training requirements, and individual issuing-agency policies are subject to change.
Always confirm current eligibility and application requirements directly with the California county or issuing agency before registering for training or scheduling your live-fire qualification. Completion of training or firearm qualification does not guarantee issuance of a California CCW permit. The applicable California issuing authority makes the final determination regarding eligibility and permit issuance.

Complete Your California CCW Qualification in Las Vegas

Avoid unnecessary travel just to complete your firearm qualification. Nevada CCW & Firearm Sales provides eligible California CCW applicants with a convenient option to complete their required live-fire proficiency test in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Also, please be aware that non-residents must join at least one of the following four groups because these four organizations were plaintiffs in California Rifle & Pistol Association v. Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, the lawsuit that resulted in the court order permitting non-California residents to apply for CCW permits. This information is in the FAQ for both the California CCW course and the California CCW Renewal course. 

The recognized organizations are:


Contact Nevada CCW & Firearm Sales today to learn more about California CCW training and to schedule your live-fire qualification.

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