Louisiana Insurance License Requirements
A producer license is needed in Louisiana for any individuals, partnerships or corporations who wish to transact business, as well as to sell, solicit, or negotiate insurance on behalf of an insurer authorized to do business in Louisiana.
Resident Requirements
To hold a license, a Louisiana resident must:
- Be at least 18 years of age;
- Reside in or maintain a principal place of business in Louisiana;
- Complete a prelicensing education program and pass an examination (when required);
- Submit the appropriate forms and fees
Prelicensing Education Requirements
Prelicensing education and testing requirements help ensure a minimum level of knowledge about the products and services that producers offer to the public. In addition, license candidates must understand and comply with the laws and rules that govern insurance. You must meet the following requirements before applying for a license.
Line(s) of Insurance: Course Hours:
Life 16
Health and Accident 16
Life, Health and Accident 32
Property 32
Casualty 32
Property and Casualty 32
Personal Lines – Property and Casualty 32
Bail Bonds 8
Title None
To obtain a list of prelicensing schools, visit the Louisiana Department of Insurance website at http://www.ldi.la.gov/.
