Alaska Gun Laws
Constitutional carry. No magazine limit. Strong castle doctrine and stand your ground.
Last reviewed against official sources on 2026-09-25. Official state source.
Alaska has long allowed constitutional carry with no permit required for concealed or open carry. The state has strong self-defense laws including both castle doctrine and stand your ground. No magazine or assault weapon restrictions exist.
Key facts
- Concealed Carry: Constitutional carry — no permit required for adults 21+ (AS 11.61.220)
- Open Carry: Permitted without a permit (AS 11.61.220)
- Permit to Purchase: Not required
- Assault Weapon Ban: No ban
- Magazine Limit: No limit
- Waiting Period: None
- Universal Background Check: Not required for private sales
- Red Flag Law (ERPO): No state ERPO law
- Castle Doctrine: Yes (AS 11.81.350)
- Stand Your Ground: Yes (AS 11.81.335)
- Concealed Carry Reciprocity: Honors any state's permit; visitors 21+ can carry concealed here without one anyway
Frequently asked questions
Can I carry a concealed firearm in Alaska without a permit?
Yes. Alaska is a constitutional carry state. No permit is required for concealed or open carry.
Does Alaska require a permit to purchase a firearm?
No. Alaska does not require a permit to purchase any firearm.
Are there magazine capacity limits in Alaska?
No. Alaska does not restrict magazine capacity.
Does Alaska have a red flag law?
No. Alaska has not enacted an extreme risk protection order law.
Do I need a permit to carry concealed in Alaska if I'm visiting from another state?
No. Alaska's constitutional carry law extends to any adult 21 or older who can legally possess a firearm, resident or not — so the reciprocity question is largely moot here. A permit from home isn't needed, but you're still bound by Alaska's own age and eligibility rules while in the state.
Not legal advice. Laws change; verify with official sources.