Important Announcement

Due to critical system updates and the Labor Day holiday, the Louisiana Department of Revenue (LDR) will be closed from 2 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 4, 2026, through Monday, Sept. 7, 2026. In addition to the closure of all LDR offices during this period, all online services including electronic tax filing and payments and the Louisiana Taxpayer Access Point (LaTAP) portal will be unavailable as well. All in-person, telephone and online customer service will resume on Tuesday, Sept. 8.

Natural Gas Franchise

Who Must File?

Every corporation, domestic or foreign, engaged in the business of transporting natural gas by pipeline in Louisiana must file a return.

Rate of Tax

One percent of the gross receipts from the operation of its franchise or charters in this state.

Date Tax Due

Returns and payments are due quarterly on the last day of the month following the quarterly period, and become delinquent after this date.

Updated November 07, 2024