Pharmacist License Renewal in Louisiana (2026)

Pharmacist license renewal in Louisiana is handled by the Louisiana Board of Pharmacy, which requires Pharmacist (RPh)s to renew every 12 months. Below are the renewal deadline rule, continuing-education (CE) hours, fees, and a direct link to the official renewal page — last verified 2026-06-01. This is an unofficial guide; always confirm the details with the board before you file.

Louisiana Pharmacist renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	12 months
Deadline rule	Pharmacist licenses renew annually. The renewal window runs November 1 through December 31; the license expires and is null and void if not renewed by December 31. An application hand-delivered, postmarked, or mailed on or after January 1 is too late and requires reinstatement rather than ordinary renewal.
CE hours required	15 hours
Renewal fee	$150.00
Online renewal	Yes
CE tracking system	CPE Monitor
Governing body	Louisiana Board of Pharmacy

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Continuing-education requirements for Pharmacists in Louisiana

A minimum of 15 hours (1.5 CEUs) of ACPE-accredited, pharmacist-specific CPE is required each year as a prerequisite to renewal. Of the 15 hours, at least 3 must be earned through live presentations; alternatively, a pharmacist who does not complete the 3 live hours must earn 5 additional hours by any acceptable method, for a total of 20 hours. The board does not mandate specific subject areas (no separately required pharmacy-law, opioid, immunization, or patient-safety hours beyond ACPE accreditation). New pharmacists licensed by examination during the renewal calendar year are exempt from CPE for their first renewal; voluntary-inactive and military statuses are also waived.

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How to renew your Pharmacist license in Louisiana

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Louisiana Board of Pharmacy portal.
Complete the required 15 CE hours and confirm they appear in CPE Monitor.
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: Cycle is annual (calendar-year based). Fee structure verified on the board's official 2026 renewal application (Form No. 12): routine Pharmacist License Renewal Fee is $150; a separate $100 "pharmacy education support fee" (per Act 298 of 2015) is added by default for a total of $250, but applicants may opt out, paying only $150. CPE compliance is verified automatically via NABP CPE Monitor; if CPE cannot be verified there, the application is returned unprocessed. No flat published late/delinquent dollar amount was confirmed — a late filing triggers reinstatement, with reinstatement fees set under R.S. 37:1184 (annual, delinquent, and lapsed-license fees), which were not verified to a specific amount.

Pharmacist license renewal in Louisiana: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my Pharmacist license in Louisiana?

Louisiana Pharmacist licenses renew every 12 months. Pharmacist licenses renew annually. The renewal window runs November 1 through December 31; the license expires and is null and void if not renewed by December 31. An application hand-delivered, postmarked, or mailed on or after January 1 is too late and requires reinstatement rather than ordinary renewal.

How many CE hours are required to renew an Pharmacist license in Louisiana?

Approximately 15 continuing-education hours per cycle. A minimum of 15 hours (1.5 CEUs) of ACPE-accredited, pharmacist-specific CPE is required each year as a prerequisite to renewal. Of the 15 hours, at least 3 must be earned through live presentations; alternatively, a pharmacist who does not complete the 3 live hours must earn 5 additional hours by any acceptable method, for a total of 20 hours. The board does not mandate specific subject areas (no separately required pharmacy-law, opioid, immunization, or patient-safety hours beyond ACPE accreditation). New pharmacists licensed by examination during the renewal calendar year are exempt from CPE for their first renewal; voluntary-inactive and military statuses are also waived. Confirm the current requirement with the Louisiana Board of Pharmacy.

Can I renew my Louisiana Pharmacist license online?

Yes — Louisiana offers online renewal through the Louisiana Board of Pharmacy. Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Louisiana Pharmacist license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the Louisiana Board of Pharmacy promptly if your license has lapsed.

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