Auctioneer / Louisiana
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Louisiana Auctioneer License Requirements

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Conducts auctions for the sale of goods and property.

What the Louisiana data shows for Auctioneers

Louisiana's path to auctioneer licensure runs through 168 hours of approved instruction and a passing score on State Auctioneer Exam, plus a criminal history screening before applicants younger than 18 can be licensed. Louisiana folds the credential into its broader occupational licensing statute, which classifies the training track as "Auctioneer School".

Budget $226 to get started, plus $153 at each renewal on a 2-year cycle. Louisiana doesn't require continuing education for this license, so upkeep costs stay confined to the renewal fee itself.

Reciprocity for this profession works like this: Not typically reciprocal.

Licensing Requirements in Louisiana

Education / Training Hours
Auctioneer School
168 hours
Exam Requirement
State Auctioneer Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$226
Renewal Fee
$153
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
Not required
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years

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Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Auctioneer in Louisiana? ▼
Louisiana requires 168 education/training hours, passing an exam (State Auctioneer Exam), and an initial fee of $226. A criminal background check is also required.
How do I get certified as an Auctioneer in Louisiana? ▼
To become a licensed auctioneer in Louisiana, you must meet the state's requirements including 168 hours of education. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Louisiana licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Auctioneer license to Louisiana from another state? ▼
Here's how reciprocity typically plays out for auctioneers: Not typically reciprocal. Many occupations are additionally covered by interstate licensing compacts that ease cross-state moves. Check with the Louisiana licensing board for how this applies to you.
Does Louisiana require a background check for Auctioneer licensing? ▼
Louisiana does require a background check before issuing an auctioneer license. What counts as disqualifying, and how it's reviewed, is up to the state licensing board.

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Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

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