⚠️ Important: This comparison is based on published state licensing requirements and may not reflect recent changes. Reciprocity and transfer rules change frequently and are evaluated on a case-by-case basis by state licensing boards. This tool is for research purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional advice. Always contact Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), Elevator Safety Program directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.

Transfer Your Elevator Mechanic (CEI/QEI) License: Louisiana → Texas

Everything you need to know about transferring your elevator mechanic (cei/qei) license from Louisiana to Texas

Reciprocity Status Unknown

We could not confirm reciprocity status between these states. Contact Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), Elevator Safety Program to verify.

Requirements Comparison

Requirement	Louisiana (LA)	Texas (TX)
Education Requirements	Not available	Not available
Exam Requirements	Not available	Not available
Experience Requirements	Not available	Not available
Fees	application fee: Contact OSFM for current fees; license fee: Contact OSFM for current fees; total initial fees: Contact OSFM for current fee schedule; confidence: high; sources: https://www.lasfm.org/licensing/registration-requirements/	application fee: Contact TDLR for current fees; license fee: Contact TDLR for fees; total initial fees: Contact TDLR for fee schedule; confidence: high; sources: https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/elevator/
Renewal / CE Requirements●	Period: Annual (1-year license term confirmed by site context); CE hours: 8; Fee: Contact OSFM for renewal fee	Period: Annual (12 months from date of issuance); CE hours: 8; Fee: Contact TDLR for renewal fee

Data verified as of 2026-03-21. Requirements may have changed since verification.

Key Differences

Renewal differs: Louisiana — Period: Annual (1-year license term confirmed by site context); CE hours: 8; Fee: Contact OSFM for renewal fee; Texas — Period: Annual (12 months from date of issuance); CE hours: 8; Fee: Contact TDLR for renewal fee.

Next Steps

1
Contact the destination state board to confirm current transfer/reciprocity requirements. Visit Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), Elevator Safety Program →
2
Request credential verification from Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshal — this often takes 4–8 weeks. Visit Louisiana board →
3
Gather required documentation (education transcripts, experience logs, exam scores).
4
Submit your application to Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), Elevator Safety Program.

These steps are general guidance based on common transfer processes. Your state may have a different process. Always follow the instructions provided by your state licensing board.

Texas Licensing Board

Board: Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), Elevator Safety Program
Website: https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/elevator/
Phone: (512) 463-6599

Contact Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), Elevator Safety Program to confirm current transfer requirements →

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LicenseMap is a research tool and does not provide legal, financial, or professional licensing advice. Licensing requirements vary by state and change frequently. Verify all information directly with your state licensing board before making licensing decisions.

Requirements Comparison

Requirement	Louisiana (LA)	Texas (TX)
Education Requirements	Not available	Not available
Exam Requirements	Not available	Not available
Experience Requirements	Not available	Not available
Fees	application fee: Contact OSFM for current fees; license fee: Contact OSFM for current fees; total initial fees: Contact OSFM for current fee schedule; confidence: high; sources: https://www.lasfm.org/licensing/registration-requirements/	application fee: Contact TDLR for current fees; license fee: Contact TDLR for fees; total initial fees: Contact TDLR for fee schedule; confidence: high; sources: https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/elevator/
Renewal / CE Requirements●	Period: Annual (1-year license term confirmed by site context); CE hours: 8; Fee: Contact OSFM for renewal fee	Period: Annual (12 months from date of issuance); CE hours: 8; Fee: Contact TDLR for renewal fee

Data verified as of 2026-03-21. Requirements may have changed since verification.

Next Steps

Contact the destination state board to confirm current transfer/reciprocity requirements. Visit Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), Elevator Safety Program →

Request credential verification from Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshal — this often takes 4–8 weeks. Visit Louisiana board →

Gather required documentation (education transcripts, experience logs, exam scores).

Submit your application to Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), Elevator Safety Program.

These steps are general guidance based on common transfer processes. Your state may have a different process. Always follow the instructions provided by your state licensing board.

Transfer Your Elevator Mechanic (CEI/QEI) License: Louisiana → Texas

Reciprocity Status Unknown

Requirements Comparison

Key Differences

Next Steps

Texas Licensing Board

Study Materials

Related Pages

Transfer Your Elevator Mechanic (CEI/QEI) License: Louisiana → Texas

Reciprocity Status Unknown

Requirements Comparison

Key Differences

Next Steps

Texas Licensing Board

Study Materials

Related Pages