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⚠️ 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 Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC) directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.
Everything you need to know about transferring your real estate agent license from Texas to Louisiana
We could not confirm reciprocity status between these states. Contact Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC) to verify.
| Requirement | Texas (TX) | Louisiana (LA) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Requirements● | 180 hours — Principles of Real Estate I (30 hrs); Principles of Real Estate II (30 hrs); Law of Agency (30 hrs); Law of Contracts (30 hrs); Promulgated Contract Forms (30 hrs); Real Estate Finance (30 hrs) | 90 hours — Real Estate Principles and Practices (60 hrs — ownership, land use, valuation, financing, agency, contracts, disclosures, calculations); Louisiana-Specific Content (30 hrs — License Law, Commission Rules and Regulations, Law of Agency, Civil Law pertaining to real estate) |
| Exam Requirements | Provider: PearsonVUE; Computer-based, multiple-choice, in-person at Pearson VUE test centers; National, 85 questions, 70% to pass; State (Texas), 40 questions, 70% to pass | Provider: Pearson VUE; Computer-based at Pearson VUE test centers. Transition from PSI confirmed.; National, 80 questions, 70% to pass; State (Louisiana), 55 questions, 70% to pass |
| Experience Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Fees | TREC Application Fee: $206; Exam Fee: $43; Fingerprinting / Background Check: $41.45; Recovery Trust Account: $10 | Application Part A: $90; Exam Fee (combined, per attempt): $78; Fingerprinting / Background Check: $60.75; E&O Insurance (annual, required): $149 |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | Period: 2 years; CE hours: 18; Fee: 185 | Period: 1 years; CE hours: 12; Fee: 100 |
Data verified as of 2026-04-02. Requirements may have changed since verification.
Gather required documentation (education transcripts, experience logs, exam scores).
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.
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