FAQ

Applicants for an original (first-time) LTC will need to submit an online application through RSD Connect. Prior to submitting the application, applicants must complete four to six hours of classroom training, pass a written examination, and pass a proficiency demonstration (shooting) with a certified LTC Instructor. After the application is submitted, applicants must schedule an appointment to get fingerprinted using the unique service code for LTC.

Yes.

The minimum age to get a LTC is now 18. Anyone 18 or old can get a LTC.

United States District Court For The Northern District of Texas Fort Worth Division – Case No. 4:21-cv1245-P – Filed 08/25/2022

No.

Per Texas Government Code §411.173, legal residents of another state or persons who relocate to Texas with the intent to establish residency may obtain an LTC. Those individuals must submit an application, pay the required fees, successfully complete the required training in Texas and submit all supporting documents. They also must submit form LTC-6, two passport style photos and a copy of their out-of-state driver license or state issued identification card. Note, however, that all LTC applicants must be legal residents of Texas or another state.

The benefits of obtaining an LTC can be reviewed on the LTC Benefits

Texas Government Code Chapter 411, Subchapter H sets out the eligibility criteria that must be met. A number of factors may make individuals ineligible to obtain a license, such as: felony convictions, some misdemeanor convictions, including charges that resulted in probation or deferred adjudication; certain pending criminal charges; chemical or alcohol dependency; certain types of psychological diagnoses, and protective or restraining orders. The state eligibility requirements can be found in GC §411.172. The federal firearms disqualifiers can be found in 18 USC 44 §922.

You must also submit a completed application, pay the required fees, complete all required training and submit required supplemental forms and materials.

Yes.

This is the official Texas DPS online LTC class required to get your LTC.

No.

This course covers the online classroom portion of Texas License to Carry training. Applicants using the online training pathway must also complete the required in-person range instruction and handgun proficiency demonstration with a qualified Texas LTC instructor, unless an applicable exemption applies. Texas DPS handles the license application and approval process.

Texas has a restricted form of permit-less carry but you can carry in more places with more protections with a LTC.

The benefits of obtaining an LTC can be reviewed on the LTC Benefits 

Yes.

The course works on all devices including your smartphone.

No.

The online Texas LTC class is designed to be straightforward and manageable. It covers Texas handgun laws, firearm safety, nonviolent dispute resolution, and safe storage, followed by an exam on the material taught in the course. Pay attention, take notes, and review anything you don’t understand before taking the exam.

Yes.

The online class is self paced and available 24/7.

Your enrollment includes online classroom instruction, examination, and online certificate of completion.

The price does not include in-person range instruction, the handgun proficiency demonstration, range fees, equipment, ammunition, fingerprinting, or Texas DPS application fees.

No.

You may complete the required in-person range instruction and handgun proficiency demonstration with any qualified Texas LTC instructor who offers that service. You are not required to use Yasuke Arms. Contact your chosen instructor to confirm scheduling, pricing, and required documentation. Texas DPS identifies qualified instructors as the providers of this portion of training.

Questions or to book In-Person Shooting Qualification.

Contact: training@yasukearms.com 

The required classroom instruction covers 4–6 hours. You can complete it across multiple sessions and resume where you left off.

The course covers the four required Texas LTC classroom subjects:

1. Laws relating to weapons and deadly force
2. Handgun use and safety
3. Nonviolent dispute resolution
4. Proper handgun storage, including preventing accidental injury to children.

After successfully completing the online classroom requirements, obtain your course-completion documentation and arrange any remaining in-person range instruction and handgun proficiency demonstration with a qualified Texas LTC instructor. Complete the Texas DPS application, supporting-document, and fingerprinting requirements according to current DPS instructions.

The range instruction and proficiency demonstration can also be completed before the online classroom portion; DPS permits either order.

The online classroom portion does not include a live-fire proficiency demonstration. For the separate in-person training, ask your instructor whether you must bring a handgun and ammunition or whether equipment is available. Requirements vary by instructor.

• Texas DPS does not require continuing education or additional training for a standard LTC renewal.
• This course is intended for new applicants completing the classroom requirement.
• Existing license holders may choose education voluntarily, but should follow current DPS renewal instructions

Yes.

Subject to the requirements of federal firearms law, and if not otherwise ineligible, resident aliens and certain nonimmigrant aliens who are lawfully present in the United States may obtain the license. Please see link for Eligibility Requirements and Admin Rule.

The standard fee for an original LTC is $40. The standard fee for a renewal of a LTC is $40. However, Texas law provides for some discounts if you meet certain special conditions. A complete list of fees along with the special conditions can be found on the fee table.

Note: Fees are non-refundable and non-transferrable. If an application is not approved, the fees will not be refunded.

Please refer to the DPS Special Conditions page for required documents.

Yes.

There is a fee charged for fingerprint services. For additional information regarding the Fingerprint Application Services of Texas (FAST), please visit our website.

DPS makes the determination on the accuracy and validity of fingerprints, and will contact you.  

If it is determined the fingerprints submitted with the application do not meet the required quality standards, new fingerprints must be provided. You will be notified in writing if your initial sets of fingerprints are rejected.

Yasuke Arms has no control over fingerprinting. All contact will be made by DPS.

Please contact DPS for additional questions at RSD Connect

Initial licenses are valid for four years. Renewal licenses are valid for five years.

Note: License may be subject to an earlier expiration based on lawful presence status or expiration of protective order.

A service request can be completed on RSD Connect under My Request & Appeals.

January 1, 2016, per House Bill 910 passed by the 84^th Texas Legislature.