How to Renew Your Louisiana Real Estate Agent License

Who has to renew

This guide covers Louisiana real estate agents holding a license in one of these classes: Louisiana Active Licensee, Salesperson and Broker, Salesperson, Broker / Associate Broker. Requirements are set by Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC).

When to renew

Louisiana real estate agents licenses renew every year, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is December 31, 2026. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (R.S. 37:1443 (as amended by Acts 2021, No. 193, §1, eff. April 1, 2022); lrec.gov/current-licensees/renewal-season — all licenses expire December 31 annually)

The continuing education Louisiana requires

Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC) requires 12 hours of approved continuing education every year. The hours must cover these topics:

• LREC Annual Mandatory Topic — at least 4 hours
• Elective Courses — at least 8 hours
• LREC Broker Mandatory Topic — at least 4 hours

How to renew, step by step

1. 1

   Confirm your license class and renewal date

   Louisiana sets real estate agents requirements by license class (Louisiana Active Licensee, Salesperson and Broker, Salesperson, Broker / Associate Broker). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day; the next fixed deadline is December 31, 2026.

2. 2

   Complete 12 hours of board-approved continuing education

   Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC) requires 12 hours every year, including LREC Annual Mandatory Topic, Elective Courses, LREC Broker Mandatory Topic. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

   See the Louisiana real estate agents course
3. 3

   Save your certificate of completion

   Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records; Louisiana audits can reach back several years.

4. 4

   Make sure your hours reach the board

   In Louisiana, the provider uploads a completion roster to the board, within 30 days of completion. You can confirm your hours are on file in the reporting system linked below.

   Check your hours on file
5. 5

   Renew with Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC)

   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 Real Estate Commission (LREC)

Louisiana real estate agent renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Louisiana real estate agents need?

Louisiana real estate agents must complete 12 hours of board-approved continuing education every year, as set by Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC).

Which license classes does the Louisiana real estate agents CE requirement apply to?

The 12 hours requirement applies to: Louisiana Active Licensee, Salesperson and Broker, Salesperson, Broker / Associate Broker.

What topics are required for Louisiana real estate agents continuing education?

Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC) requires coverage of: LREC Annual Mandatory Topic (4 hours); Elective Courses (8 hours); LREC Broker Mandatory Topic (4 hours).

How are completed CE hours reported to Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC)?

Completed hours are reported by the provider via roster upload to the board within 30 days of completion. You also receive a certificate of completion for your records.

Can Louisiana real estate agents complete continuing education online?

Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Louisiana requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

Sources

• Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC) — official board site
• Continuing education rule — the requirement cited above, verified September 10, 2026
• Louisiana Real Estate Agents continuing education requirements — hours, topics and courses by license class