Damn!
I’m moving into the state, I have a permit which is reciprocal. What is needed to establish residency? Apartment lease or utility bills?

Ok, if this is wrong, I apologize. Could I just not change my drivers license, take the courses and wait the 6 months. And in the meantime, carry on my old permit?

I don’t think so.

I didn’t have to wait six months. When I moved back here in 2013, it took longer than it should have, because I started the process with my old address in Whackyland and finished it up after we moved, and it confused things. I moved in June, had my permit in August.

Courses are shorter now, the process is easier and cheaper.

Sign up on Texaschlforum.com, you’ll find everything you want to know. Unfortunately I don’t know the answer or I’d tell you.

These people claim there is a 6 month waitng period.

http://www.texasgunlaws.org/texas-gun-law-news

Its not sigforum so I can't vouch if they are right.

If you don't have a FL permit you can get one easily enough and it good in 34 states including Texas

I am not a lawyer and you know the rest.

No need to wait the six months. That was a holdover from before the existence of non-resident licenses. As noted Texas CHL Forum is a good resource for all thing Texas CHL/LTC with many instructors that participate. Additionally, Charles Cotton, who runs the place, has been the one to craft most all significant changes to Texas firearms law over the past 20-25 years. Very informative.

Here is a good discussion concerning this very issue.

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Originally posted by sig2392:

If you don't have a FL permit you can get one easily enough and it good in 34 states including Texas

That's not the issue. The OP already has a permit that has reciprocity with Texas. The issue that I see is that some states require its residents to have an in-state permit in order to legally carry in their state. In other words, if you are a resident of Texas and don't have a Texas ccw but do have a Utah non resident permit, Texas may say that as a resident you must obtain a Texas permit in order to carry legally in Texas.

I'm just using that as an example as I don't know if that is actually the case in Texas and can't seem to find a clear answer to that. I find the OP's dilemma interesting. It looks like he may be stuck in limbo for six months (or at least until Texas issues a permit), but perhaps there is some way to legally carry in the interim, like with an out of state permit. Hopefully someone more in the know can clear that up.

Texas DPS FAQ

Check #11

It is a little vague because it says "with the intent to establish residency". I believe you're good to go immediately once you've moved. I'm a Texas resident with an Arizona carry license and in according to reciprocity agreement it's as good as having a Texas LTC. Now that Texas has dropped their fee to $40 I'll likely switch back when my Arizona expires or just keep both.

^As to Alan’s post above, no requirement in Texas for residents to have a TX LTC in order to carry. You can carry on an out of state permit while waiting on your TX LTC to come, no gaps.

Welcome to the Lone Star State! I may have missed it, but where in Texas are you headed?

Welcome to Texas.

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Originally posted by texassierra:
Texas DPS FAQ

Check #11

It is a little vague because it says "with the intent to establish residency". I believe you're good to go immediately once you've moved. I'm a Texas resident with an Arizona carry license and in according to reciprocity agreement it's as good as having a Texas LTC. Now that Texas has dropped their fee to $40 I'll likely switch back when my Arizona expires or just keep both.

You should have a permit from your resident state if possible regardless. One very good reason in particular is the Federal Gun Free Zone Act. The exception to this act only applies if you have a license to carry a gun issued by the state where you are a resident. If all you have is your non-resident Arizona permit, you are likely breaking federal law if you are carrying within 1000 feet of a school, which I'm sure you do quite often without even realizing it. Point being, go get a permit from your state.

Also, no NICS check when you buy a firearms in TX with your TX LTC. Walk in, fill out paperwork, show LTC, walk out.

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Originally posted by Balzé Halzé:

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Originally posted by texassierra:
Texas DPS FAQ

Check #11

It is a little vague because it says "with the intent to establish residency". I believe you're good to go immediately once you've moved. I'm a Texas resident with an Arizona carry license and in according to reciprocity agreement it's as good as having a Texas LTC. Now that Texas has dropped their fee to $40 I'll likely switch back when my Arizona expires or just keep both.

You should have a permit from your resident state if possible regardless. One very good reason in particular is the Federal Gun Free Zone Act. The exception to this act only applies if you have a license to carry a gun issued by the state where you are a resident. If all you have is your non-resident Arizona permit, you are likely breaking federal law if you are carrying within 1000 feet of a school, which I'm sure you do quite often without even realizing it. Point being, go get a permit from your state.

I'm fully aware.

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Originally posted by SigM4:
Also, no NICS check when you buy a firearms in TX with your TX LTC. Walk in, fill out paperwork, show LTC, walk out.

WITH your purchase!

flashguy

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Originally posted by flashguy:

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Originally posted by SigM4:
Also, no NICS check when you buy a firearms in TX with your TX LTC. Walk in, fill out paperwork, show LTC, walk out.

WITH your purchase!

flashguy

This is the best fringe benefit of all. That and no security line at the state capital.

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Originally posted by SigM4:
^As to Alan’s post above, no requirement in Texas for residents to have a TX LTC in order to carry. You can carry on an out of state permit while waiting on your TX LTC to come, no gaps.

Welcome to the Lone Star State! I may have missed it, but where in Texas are you headed?

Looks like either Frisco or Plano.