Louisiana Insurance Licensing

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Louisiana does not require prelicensing education, making exam preparation entirely optional — though the state's PSI-administered exam still covers comprehensive insurance law and product knowledge. Louisiana's insurance market is heavily influenced by its Gulf Coast geography, with catastrophic hurricane risk driving high demand for property, casualty, and flood insurance specialists. The state has a unique legal system based on the Napoleonic Code, which affects some aspects of insurance contract interpretation.

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Louisiana Licensing — What You Need to Know

Key Louisiana-specific details many candidates miss. Verified against primary state sources.

Important

Louisiana fingerprinting requires IdentoGO Service Code 27N339

Louisiana processes fingerprints through IdentoGO using the specific service code 27N339. Using a generic IdentoGO appointment without this code will route your background check to the wrong agency and stall your application. Schedule fingerprinting before or shortly after passing your PSI exam to avoid avoidable delays in license issuance.

Louisiana Department of Insurance

Planning Note

Louisiana uses PSI Services for licensing exams

Louisiana insurance exams are administered by PSI Services. The state does not require prelicensing education, though most candidates use a structured course given the depth of state-specific content — including Louisiana's unique Napoleonic Code legal framework that affects insurance contract interpretation. Confirm current exam fee, question count, and time limit in the PSI Louisiana candidate handbook.

PSI Louisiana portal

Planning Note

Louisiana's Gulf Coast exposure makes flood and wind coverage central to P&C practice

Louisiana's geography exposes residents to catastrophic hurricane risk, driving high demand for property, casualty, flood, and wind specialists. NFIP knowledge is particularly valuable. Louisiana's licenses run 2 years and require 24 hours of CE (3 ethics) per cycle — typical for the region but worth confirming against the LDI compliance schedule.

What Do You Need?

Whether you're getting licensed for the first time or renewing your existing license, we have the course for you.

Prelicensing

New to insurance? Get your Louisiana insurance license with a state-approved prelicensing course. Study online at your own pace, then pass the state exam.

  • 100% online & self-paced
  • Pass guarantee included
  • Starting at $199
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Continuing Education (CE)

Already licensed? Complete your Louisiana CE hours online before your renewal deadline. We report your completion to the state same-day.

  • Same-day DOI reporting
  • Complete at your own pace
  • Starting at $39
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Louisiana Insurance Licensing Requirements

Everything you need to know to get — and keep — your Louisiana insurance license.

Prelicensing Requirements

  • Life Only40 hrs (recommended)$199
  • Health Only40 hrs (recommended)$199
  • Life & Health40 hrs (recommended)$199

Louisiana has no state-mandated prelicensing requirement, but candidates who complete a prep course pass at significantly higher rates.

CE & Renewal Requirements

  • Total CE Hours24 hours
  • Renewal Period2 years
  • Ethics Hours3 hours required

State Exam

  • ProviderPSI Services LLC
  • Passing Score70%
  • Exam Fee$36
  • ResultsWithin 24 hours (most candidates receive results within minutes of completing the exam)
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Louisiana Department of Insurance

Your license application is submitted to the Louisiana Department of Insurance. Most applications are processed within 2–5 business days when submitted online through NIPR or the DOI portal.

Visit Louisiana Department of Insurance

How to Get Your Louisiana Insurance License

Four steps from start to active license. Same path for Life, Health, and Life & Health producers.

  1. 1

    Complete your prelicensing course

    Finish a state-approved prelicensing course covering the Louisiana exam content outline. JustInsurance offers Life, Health, and Life & Health prelicensing online for $199 per line.

  2. 2

    Schedule and pass the Louisiana state exam

    Book your exam through PSI Services LLC ($36 per attempt). Passing score is 70%.

  3. 3

    Complete fingerprinting and background check

    Fingerprinting required through IdentoGO (Code: 27N339)

  4. 4

    Submit your license application

    File your producer license application via NIPR with the $75 application fee. Most Louisiana applications are processed within 2-4 weeks.

What insurance agents earn in Louisiana

Bureau of Labor Statistics wage and employment data for Louisiana insurance sales agents.

Median Annual Salary

$54,820

The 50th-percentile wage — half of agents earn more, half less.

Top 10% Earners

$118,970

Annual wage at the 90th percentile (high-performing agents).

Insurance sales agents employed in Louisiana

6,680

Total insurance sales agents currently employed (BLS estimate).

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS — Insurance Sales Agents (SOC 41-3021), May 2024.

Last Verified: March 2026Provider Approval #: 10492

Legal References

Insurance Code: Louisiana Revised Statutes, Title 22 – InsuranceView Statutes

Prelicensing: R.S. 22:1546

CE Requirements: La. Rev. Stat. 22:1573

Why Choose JustInsurance for Your Louisiana License?

We've helped 20,000+ students get licensed nationwide. Here's why they choose us.

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Every JustInsurance course is officially approved by the Louisiana Department of Insurance to fulfill prelicensing and CE requirements.

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Access your course on any device — desktop, tablet, or phone. Study at home, during lunch, or on the go.

Pass Guarantee

Meet the study hours, score 80%+ on the practice exam three times, and test within 30 days of enrollment. If you don't pass, we refund your course fee.

Same-Day CE Reporting

We report your CE completions to the Louisiana Department of Insurance the same day you finish. No paperwork needed.

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Built to Pass

Practice exams that mirror your actual state exam, flashcards, and video lessons taught by licensed experts.

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Questions? Our expert support team answers real questions about the course and the licensing process.

What Our Students Say

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Louisiana Insurance License FAQs

How do I get my Louisiana insurance license?

Getting your Louisiana insurance license involves four steps. First, prepare for your exam — Louisiana does not require a formal prelicensing course, though most candidates strongly recommend taking one. Second, pass the Louisiana state licensing exam administered by PSI Services LLC — you need a score of at least 70% to pass. Third, complete a background check, including fingerprinting. Fourth, Submit your application through the National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR) and pay the Louisiana Department of Insurance application fee of $75. Most candidates complete the entire process in 2-4 weeks. JustInsurance offers fully online, self-paced prelicensing courses approved for Louisiana that get you to exam day confident and prepared.

How much does it cost to get a Louisiana insurance license?

The total cost to get your Louisiana insurance license typically runs $350-500 estimated total cost. Here is how it breaks down: the PSI Services LLC exam fee is $36, the Louisiana Department of Insurance application fee is $75, and a background check adds a small additional cost. If you need a prelicensing course, JustInsurance's Louisiana combined Life & Health package is $199 — that's $199 less than purchasing Life and Health courses separately. Everything you need to get licensed, with no hidden fees.

How long does it take to get licensed in Louisiana?

Most focused candidates complete the Louisiana insurance licensing process in 2-4 weeks. That timeframe covers scheduling and passing the PSI Services LLC state exam, clearing your background check, and waiting for the Louisiana Department of Insurance to process your application. The PSI Services LLC exam delivers results quickly — most candidates receive their score before leaving the testing center. JustInsurance's self-paced format lets you move as fast or as steady as your schedule allows.

What is the pass rate for JustInsurance students on the Louisiana insurance exam?

JustInsurance students nationwide pass insurance licensing exams at a rate of approximately 93% on their first attempt — measured among students who complete the full course, finish the recommended study hours, and score 80%+ three times in a row on the practice exam before testing. The Louisiana exam is administered by PSI Services LLC and requires a minimum score of 70% to pass. If you do not pass on your first attempt, you can retake it after a 24-hour waiting period. There is no limit on the number of times you can retake the exam. See our full pass rate methodology at /pass-rates.

How much do insurance agents make in Louisiana?

Insurance agents in Louisiana earn an average of $63,400 per year according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data. New agents starting out typically earn around $32,920 in their first year while building a client base, and top producers in Louisiana can earn $93,610 or more annually. Demand for new insurance producers remains steady in Louisiana. Income is heavily influenced by the lines of authority you hold and whether you work as a captive or independent agent — the combined Life & Health license unlocks the broadest product range and highest earning potential.

Does Louisiana require prelicensing education before the insurance exam?

No. Louisiana does not require prelicensing education. You can sit for the PSI insurance exam without completing any formal coursework. However, Louisiana's insurance exam covers state-specific regulations that can be challenging without preparation. JustInsurance offers an optional Louisiana prelicensing course that covers all exam topics, including the state's unique legal framework and high-demand areas like flood and hurricane coverage.

Last updated: March 2026

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