License Requirements

How to Renew a Louisiana Insurance License

Updated: August 25, 2022

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On this page, you’ll find a comprehensive guide to renewing your Louisiana insurance license. At A.D. Banker & Company, we’re here to walk you through the process and make completing your continuing education requirements as easy and painless as possible.

We offer several different study methods to cater to your needs and help you grow as an insurance professional. Whether you’re interested in learning the latest topics in insurance CE webinars, or having unlimited access to our online CE courses, we strive to provide options that fit around your busy schedule. Each of our courses are designed to not only be straightforward and simple, but also valuable to your career.

To begin the renewal process, you will need to complete 3 steps listed below.

1. Review the State Requirements

The first step to renewing your insurance license is to review Louisiana’s CE requirements. Depending on which lines of insurance you’re licensed in, the continuing education hours you’re required to complete will vary. All hours must be completed and reported prior to your license renewal date to avoid a lapse in your license.

General Requirements

How many total hours of CE do I need to complete?
Producers and adjusters are required to complete 24 total hours every 2 years.

What courses can I take to satisfy my total hour requirement?
21 of your total hours must be approved for the line(s) of insurance you’re licensed to sell. The remaining 3 hours must be approved as Ethics.

Can I take any continuing education course?
No. You can only take courses that are approved for the line(s) of insurance you are licensed to sell.

When is the renewal date for my insurance license?
For producers and adjusters, the renewal date occurs every 2 years on the last day of your birth month, with odd or even license numbers determining the renewal year.

Licenses that end in an even number will renew in even-numbered years
Licenses that end in an odd number will renew in odd-number years

Do extra hours completed in a previous CE period carry over?
The state of Louisiana allows excess continuing education hours to be carried over into the next renewal period, up to 10 hours.

Can I repeat Continuing Education courses for credit?
No, you may not repeat courses for credit more than once in a two-year period. Completion dates must be at least 24 months apart.

Am I exempt from Continuing Education?
The following individuals are exempt from completing CE requirements:

A producer or adjuster who is prevented from meeting CE requirements for renewal of their license due to military service may request a waiver of those requirements and renewal of the license.
A licensed producer or adjuster who is prevented from meeting CE requirements for their license due to a medical condition or injury may request a waiver of those requirements and renewal of the license.
Insurance producers may request an exemption from CE requirements if the producer:
- Attained age 65 before January 1, 2012
- Has a minimum of 15 years experience as a licensed producer
- Is no longer actively engaged in the business of insurance OR is engaged in the business of insurance and is appointed by at least one Louisiana licensed insurance company
- Submits a completed 65A Exemption Form to the Department

If you believe you qualify for an exemption, contact the Louisiana Department of Insurance at (225) 219-7784, or submit an email inquiry.

Life & Health Producer Product-specific Requirements

Prior to selling, soliciting or negotiating the following products, you’re required to complete initial certification training. These training hours can be applied towards the total hours needed to renew your license.

What are the requirements to sell annuities? Annuity Best Interest regulations are pending in the state legislature.
Producers must complete an 4-hour Annuity Suitability Certification Training prior to selling, soliciting, or negotiating annuity products in Louisiana.

What are the requirements to sell long-term care products?
Producers licensed in Accident & Health or Sickness must complete 8 hours of initial Long-Term Care (LTC) Certification Training before selling, soliciting or negotiating Long-Term Care (LTC) products. After completing the initial requirement, producers must complete a 4-hour ongoing LTC training course every renewal period.

Property & Casualty Producers Product-specific Requirements

What are the requirements to sell flood insurance?
Insurance producers with the lines of Property, Casualty or Personal Lines producers must complete a 3-hour NFIP Flood Insurance Certification Training course as part of 24 hour CE requirement each renewal period.

2. Register for and Complete Courses

Once you have determined the renewal requirements for your license, you are ready to choose and register for insurance continuing education courses. You may complete your hours through webinars, online courses, or any combination of the two. These options allow you to decide how to best fit your continuing education into your existing schedule.

Each course is listed with an associated credit type. You must select courses that have the appropriate credit types for fulfilling the renewal requirements for your license.

Webinars: Completion is based on attendance and participation. You must be present for the full duration of the course, and you must be active throughout to receive credit. There is no certification exam required.

Online courses: Completion is self-paced. You must review the course material and pass the Certification Exam at the end to receive credit. Certification exams do not require a monitor.

A.D. Banker will report your completed hours to the Louisiana Department of Insurance within 1 business day.

3. File a Renewal Application

Once you have completed your courses and satisfied the renewal requirements for your license, you will need to file a renewal application. The online application will guide you through the renewal process. Upon successful renewal, your licensing record will be updated on the Louisiana Department of Insurance's website, and your renewed license can be immediately obtained using the state’s Print or Download Your License service.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find my license number?

To find your license number and other additional details relating to your license, use Louisiana’s Check a License service.

How do I print my license?

Your license can be printed online through the Louisiana Department of Insurance’s License Download Service.

How do I view my Continuing Education (CE) transcript?

Your continuing education transcript can be accessed through Louisiana’s Industry Access Portal service. Your transcript will show the number of hours you’ve completed.

What do I need to have with me when I’m renewing my license?

When you are ready to renew your license online, you should gather the following items to ensure the smoothest process possible:

The renewal email reminder you received, which will contain:
- Your license number; and
- The 6-digit renewal ID number
A credit card or debit card
Your email address

If you did not receive a renewal notice, you can still complete your online renewal using the last 4 digits of your social security number, your license number, and your date of birth.

How will I know when my license is renewed?

Once you have successfully completed the renewal process, your renewed license can be immediately obtained using the Print or Download Your License service. Your licensing record will be updated on the Louisiana Department of Insurance's website.

What if my license renewal is late?

If your license renewal is late, a $50 penalty fee is required to late renew your license.

For additional information on late renewals, consult the Louisiana Department of Insurance.

A.D. Banker & Company provides licensing information as a courtesy to our students. While reasonable attempts have been made to ensure the accuracy of this information, licensees are ultimately responsible for ensuring that they are in compliance with the requirements set forth by their state licensing entity. A.D. Banker & Company offers no guarantee of the accuracy of this information and will not be held liable in case of noncompliance with the license requirements.