License to Carry (LTC) Fee Waiver for Active Duty
Free License to Carry for active-duty military; $25 fee for honorably discharged veterans. Optional since Texas is now a permitless carry state — useful for out-of-state reciprocity.
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Apply directly through the official Texas agency.
About this benefit
Note
Since September 1, 2021 (HB 1927, Firearm Carry Act of 2021), Texas is a permitless (constitutional) carry state. Any person 21+ who can legally possess a firearm may carry concealed or openly without a license. The LTC remains optional but is useful for carry reciprocity in other states, faster NICS checks when purchasing firearms, and carrying in some locations that otherwise restrict unlicensed carry.
Eligibility
Active-duty military members receive a full fee waiver ($0) for both new and renewal applications. Honorably discharged veterans pay the standard $25 fee (same as civilians, after the 2021 fee restructuring).
How to apply
Apply for your LTC through the Texas DPS website and provide military ID or DD-214.
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Last checked 2026-04-30 against www.dps.texas.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Texas state agency before applying.
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