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Getting your Texas License to Carry (LTC) — also known as a concealed carry permit or CHL — is a straightforward process, and L4A is here to help you every step of the way. We've partnered with Texas Carry Academy to offer the official, Texas DPS-certified online LTC course, approved statewide and available 24/7 from any device. Whether you're a first-time gun owner or just getting around to getting licensed, we've laid out the full seven-step process below — from the online classroom portion all the way to getting your license in the mail.
Register for the Texas DPS certified online LTC class for only $49 by clicking on the button above. The Texas online license to carry class is available 24/7 and you can take it at your own pace from the comfort of your home. The course works on all devices and is approved statewide to get your Texas LTC.
The online Texas license to carry course works on your phone, computer, laptop or tablet. It is a self paced course that you can take when ever you want. Our course is so easy that we have a pass guarantee. No more sitting in a crowded classroom — get certified online today.
As soon as you finish the online LTC course you will be able to download your certificate of training (LTC-104) instantly. This is the official Texas DPS certificate of training required to get your license to carry (LTC), also referred to as a (CHL).
During the live fire portion of the course, you will be required to demonstrate proficiency with a handgun by shooting a target at a specified distance. You will also be required to demonstrate your ability to safely handle and operate a handgun. You will be required to shoot 20 shots from 3 yards, 20 shots from 7 yards, and 10 shots from 15 yards, for a total of 50 rounds with a required minimum score of 175 out of a possible 250 points (70%).
Not sure you'll pass? Taking a private one-on-one lesson with L4A is a great way to build the proficiency and confidence you need before your exam. And if you need help finding a live fire proctor in the DFW area, reach out to us — we're happy to refer you to one of our trusted partners.
Complete the TxDPS application form online and submit it on your TxDPS user portal, along with the required documents (e.g., a copy of your driver’s license).
TxDPS will email you a "service code" and a link to your pre-filled IdentoGO account once you complete Step 5. This link will be used to schedule your fingerprint appointment. There will be a services fee of $10 payable to IdentoGO.
The last step is to upload a scan of your completed LTC-104 to your user portal on the TxDPS website. At this point, all required documentation and fingerprinting will be with TxDPS for their review.
Once your application is approved, you will receive your license in the mail.
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Short answer: Texas has allowed permitless (“constitutional”) carry since September 2021, but a Texas License to Carry still provides significant legal and practical advantages that permitless carry does not. Here’s what the LTC adds:
Most first-time applicants spend roughly $150–$200 all-in for a Texas LTC. Here’s the full breakdown — there are no other hidden fees:
| Expense | Typical cost | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| Online LTC course (classroom portion) | $49 | Course provider |
| State application fee | $40 (standard) | Texas DPS |
| Fingerprinting | ~$11 | IdentoGO |
| Range fee + proficiency demonstration | $50–$100 | Range / instructor |
Discounted or waived state fees apply to military, veterans, peace officers, and some other groups. Costs current as of July 2026.
See the full 2026 cost breakdown, fee waivers, and where people overspend →Most applicants have their license in hand 3–8 weeks after starting. The online course itself can be finished in one evening. Typical timeline:
| Step | Typical time |
|---|---|
| Online course (4–6 hours, self-paced) | 1 day — finish tonight |
| Certificate of completion issued | Immediate |
| Shooting proficiency demonstration | 1 day–2 weeks (scheduling) |
| DPS online application | ~30 minutes |
| Fingerprinting appointment | 1–2 weeks (scheduling) |
| DPS processing & mailing | 2–5 weeks |
DPS is statutorily required to issue or deny within 60 days of a complete application.
Yes. Texas DPS has approved fully online delivery of the classroom portion since 2016. The online course is the same state-certified curriculum as in-person classes — you’ll still complete the shooting proficiency portion in person at a range.
Yes. Following a 2022 federal court ruling, Texas DPS issues LTCs to adults 18 and older. Applicants under 21 follow the same process as everyone else.
A 25-question multiple-choice exam covering Texas carry law, non-violent dispute resolution, and safe handling and storage. You need 70% to pass, and the online course prepares you for every question. Retakes are allowed.
You’ll fire 50 rounds at a B-27 silhouette target from 3, 7, and 15 yards, scored on a 250-point scale — 175 (70%) passes. It’s a demonstration of safe basic handling, not a marksmanship competition; the passing standard is very achievable for a prepared beginner.
The major disqualifiers: felony convictions, certain Class A/B misdemeanors within five years, pending charges, chemical dependency, some protective orders, and delinquent taxes or child support. The full list is in Texas Government Code §411.172.
Your first license is valid for four to five years (it expires on your first birthday after the fourth anniversary of issuance). Renewals are valid for five years and can be completed entirely online — no class or shooting test required.
No — but an LTC speeds up the purchase. It substitutes for the point-of-sale NICS background check at licensed dealers, so there’s no waiting on a delayed check.
Yes. Texas issues non-resident LTCs through essentially the same process, which some out-of-state residents pursue for its broad reciprocity.
, certified firearms instructor and founder of Liberty for All Training Co., whose work has been featured on the Sunday front page of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. This guide is reviewed after every Texas legislative session and DPS fee change.
After the class, Texas still requires an in-person shooting proficiency demonstration: 50 rounds on a B-27 target at 3, 7, and 15 yards. Never fired a gun, or just rusty? One private lesson in DFW gets you ready before test day. Loaner firearm, ammo, and range fees included. From $119.
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DISCLAIMER: Liberty for All Training Co. ("L4A") is a certified firearm safety instruction company serving the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) area. We provide in-person safety education and skills training only. We do not retail or broker the sale of firearms, ammunition, or weapons. Ammunition consumed during instruction is included as part of lesson pricing and is not sold separately.