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What Are The General Resident License 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 (when required)
and pass an examination (when required);
and submit the appropriate forms and fees.

Other Louisiana Insurance FAQs

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Q: What Are The Application Filing Requirements?
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Q: What Types Of Licenses Does Louisiana Issue?
A: Louisiana issues the following licenses. Each license is valid only for the line(s) of authority shown on the license. An agent is an individual, partnership or … More
Q: What Are The Pre-Licensing Education Requirements?
A: Prelicensing education requirements help ensure a minimum level of knowledge about the products and services that agents, brokers and solicitors offer to the … More
Q: Are The Exams Good For All Lines?
A: Each license is valid only for the line(s) of insurance on the license issued you. When applying for a license that requires an examination, submit Form 1114A and … More
Q: Can I Be Exempt From Pre-Licensing And Exam Requirements?
A: Prelicensing education and property and casualty exams are not required of any applicant who has earned the Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) … More
Q: How Do I Begin The Application Process?
A: Begin the process by completing Application Form 1114A. Use a separate Form 1114A for each type of license you wish to apply for. Use only a current Form 1114A. … More
Q: Which Licenses Require An Exam?
A: Licenses requiring an exam When applying for a license that requires an examination, submit Form 1114A and register for an exam at the same time by submitting the … More
Q: What Are The License Application Fees?
A: The initial fee depends upon the type and line(s) of insurance you are seeking. License fees are nonrefundable and nontransferable. License Fee … More
Q: How Do I License My Company As An Agency?
A: Corporations and partnerships must be licensed in order to transact insurance business and/or to receive commissions. All Firm applicants must submit Form 1114B … More

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