Louisiana Veterinary License Guide

Pay $550 to the State Board. 

• Application Free: $100
• Licensing Fee: $250
• State Exam Fee: $200

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Proof of Graduation:

Ask your AVMA accredited veterinary school to submit your transcript directly to the Louisiana Board of Veterinary Medicine.

• Foreign Veterinary Graduates: Vets educated outside the US will need to complete the certificate program offered by the ECFVG OR PAVE. 

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Exam Requirements:

NAVLE: New vets applying for a license in Louisiana will need to pass the NAVLE examination and have their results submitted directly to the Louisiana Board.

Jurisprudence Exam: Applicants will also need to complete a Louisiana State Jurisprudence Exam covering Louisiana's veterinary practice act.

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Required Documents:

• Submit a passport-style “head and shoulders” photograph along with your application.

Veterinarians who are already licensed in another state must submit a verification of licensure for any licenses currently or previously held, including any disciplinary action taken against any of your licenses by a state veterinary board.

AAVSB Vault Service: You can have the AAVSB transfer your NAVLE test results, verification of licensure for any other veterinary licenses, and letters of good standing for a fee of $99.

The Louisiana Board does not specify how long it takes to process license applications. Ensure your application is not missing any documents to avoid delays.   

Use the link above to apply for a Louisiana veterinary license online.

Renewal Fee

Pay $250 to the Louisiana Board of Veterinary Medicine. 

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When do I need to renew my license?

Renewal Date: 9/30 every year

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How long is a Louisiana Veterinary License valid for? 

Louisiana veterinary licenses are valid for 1  year.

20 Hours of CE are required every 1-year renewal period.

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What forms of CE qualify in Louisiana?

The list of approved CE providers for Louisiana can be found here.

• A maximum of 10 hours of CE may be performed remotely or online. 
• A maximum of 6 hours can be earned by attending board meetings

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Continuing Education Verification & Documentation

Submit records of your CE online prior to renewing your license process.

You can quickly change your personal info, including last name or address, online by clicking this link. 

Unfortunately, Louisiana does not offer temporary veterinary licenses that allow relief veterinarians to practice in state for a limited duration.  

Louisiana Board of Veterinary Medicine

Phone: (225)925-6620

Email: admin@lsbvm.org

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Mailing Address

5825 Florida Blvd

Baton Rouge, LA 70806