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Louisiana · Insurance Agents · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your Louisiana Insurance Agent License

Louisiana insurance agents must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Louisiana Department of Insurance (LDI), Office of Licensing.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Louisiana Department of Insurance (LDI), Office of Licensing rule on September 4, 2026.

CE hours
24 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Louisiana insurance agents holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Louisiana Department of Insurance (LDI), Office of Licensing.

When to renew

Louisiana insurance agents licenses renew every 2 years, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (https://codes.findlaw.com/la/revised-statutes/la-rev-stat-tit-22-sect-1573.html)

The continuing education Louisiana requires

Louisiana Department of Insurance (LDI), Office of Licensing requires 24 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Ethics (3 hours)
  • Flood insurance (3 hours, property/casualty/personal lines)
  • Legislative updates in insurance law (2 hours)

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Louisiana sets insurance agents requirements by license class (All licensees). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run the schedule your board assigns to your license.

  2. 2

    Complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Louisiana Department of Insurance (LDI), Office of Licensing requires 24 hours every 2 years, including Ethics (3 hours), Flood insurance (3 hours, property/casualty/personal lines), Legislative updates in insurance law (2 hours). Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Louisiana insurance agents course
  3. 3

    Save your certificate of completion

    Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.

  4. 4

    Make sure your hours reach the board

    In Louisiana, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.

  5. 5

    Renew with Louisiana Department of Insurance (LDI), Office of Licensing

    Submit your renewal through the board’s online portal and pay the renewal fee before the deadline. A late renewal usually means a late fee, and a lapsed license can mean re-applying from scratch.

    Go to Louisiana Department of Insurance (LDI), Office of Licensing

Louisiana insurance agent renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Louisiana insurance agents need?
Louisiana insurance agents must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Louisiana Department of Insurance (LDI), Office of Licensing.
What topics are required for Louisiana insurance agents continuing education?
Louisiana Department of Insurance (LDI), Office of Licensing requires coverage of: Ethics (3 hours); Flood insurance (3 hours, property/casualty/personal lines); Legislative updates in insurance law (2 hours).
Can Louisiana insurance agents complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Louisiana requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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