Summary 

• Permit required? No. Nebraska allows permitless (constitutional) concealed carry for eligible adults; a permit remains optional.

• Minimum age:  21 (Nebraska defines “minor” as under 21 for these provisions; CHP applicants must also be 21+).

• Duty to inform:  Yes,generally mustimmediately inform law enforcement/EMS when contacted while carrying concealed, with a limited transport/storage exception. 

• Where you can/can’t carry: Allowed in most placesunless prohibited by law or properly posted/private notice; many sensitive locations are specifically off-limits.

• Out-of-state permits: Nebraska recognizes certain non-resident permits based on Nebraska AG determinations (State Patrol publishes the list).

Nebraska is a permitless (constitutional carry) state: most adults who are not prohibited may carry a concealed handgun with or without a Nebraska concealed handgun permit. Nebraska law also lists specific location-based restrictions and rules for how private property prohibitions must be communicated to be enforceable in many public-facing settings. 

If you want a permit anyway, Nebraska’s Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP) is issued statewide by the Nebraska State Patrol (not county-by-county). The statutory framework is effectively shall-issue for qualified applicants—State Patrol “shall” issue within a set timeframe when requirements are met (including age, eligibility, and training). 

For visitors, Nebraska may recognize an out-of-state permit if the Nebraska Attorney General has determined that state’s issuance standards meet Nebraska’s threshold; the State Patrol maintains reciprocity details and guidance. Even though carry can be permitless, reciprocity and travel across state lines are key reasons some people still keep a permit. 

When traveling or sharing spaces (vehicles, hotels, rentals), prioritize secure storage: use a locked case/container and keep it inaccessible when required. For privacy and added protection for electronics (keys, phones, key fobs) in shared environments, some travelers also use Faraday-protected SLNT bags alongside secure firearm storage practices, especially when moving items through lobbies, parking areas, or staying in multi-occupant rooms.

Useful Links

• Nebraska State Patrol – Concealed Handgun Permits (CHP)

• Nebraska State Patrol – CHP Frequently Asked Questions

• Nebraska State Patrol – Nebraska Reciprocity

• Nebraska Attorney General – Concealed Carry Weapons (CCW)
  

Official Links

• Nebraska State Patrol – Concealed Handgun Permits 

• Nebraska State Patrol – Nebraska Reciprocity