Tennessee to Florida

[Guest UKTN]

I may be moving to Florida and as I have my Tennessee Handgun permit does anyone know if I would have to take the Florida test to be able to carry? I know they honor the TN permit I mean if I live full time in FL.

[Guest pws_smokeyjones]

I have heard of some states recognizing an existing permit from a reciprocity state as a valid proof for obtaining a resident permit in that state when the person moves. Not sure if FL would do that for a TN permit holder. Best bet, unless someone here has been through this exact scenario, would be to contact the FL Dept of Safety and ask them. I doubt they have something that specific on their website.

[Fyrguy]

Link to FL's website: Concealed Weapons or Firearm Program - Division of Licensing, FDACS

[Guest UKTN]

I looked at the website and couldn't find anything but thanks for the replies.

[Guest Tygarys]

Most likely they will make you go through all the classes/fingerprinting/background checks again. I'm facing the same thing with New Mexico right now.

[Guest HvyMtl]

Go back to the site and look for contact info, and ask them. Best bet is to get it from the State, anyway. Good luck with Florida. Enjoy.

[Guest TnRebel]

If I remember right ( I moved from Fl. to Tn. last Jan and have had my Fl. since 1986 ) but I think its the same as Tn. , after establishing residents , you have 90 days to apply.

Form/Publication Request 790 - Division of Licensing, FDACS

You will NOT have to take a class with your Tn HCP and Fl is a non OC state.

Edited October 8, 2010 by TnRebel

[Oh Shoot]

If I remember right ( I moved from Fl. to Tn. last Jan and have had my Fl. since 1986 ) but I think its the same as Tn. , after establishing residents , you have 90 days to apply...

TN is 6 months residency before you must get TN HCP to continue to carry.

This is not deadline to apply, but deadline to have HCP in hand.

- OS

[Guest TnRebel]

you right, me sorry, me go home now with head low and mouth shut . LOL

[Fallguy]

Might check with these guys... Florida Guns Forum - Powered by vBulletin

[tnhawk]

Florida Statutes, Chapter 790.015 (3) states your permit will remain in effect in FL for 90 days following establishing FL residence. More info can be found at http://mylicensesite.com A FL resident or non-resident permit costs $115, is valid for 7 years, in 34 states. www.usacarry.com also has info on FL and other states.