What information is required for LDR’s LA File Online individual return website application?


To use the LA File Online return application, the taxpayer must have already filed a return with the state of Louisiana for the 2004 tax year or later OR must have a current Louisiana Driver’s License or ID card issued by the Louisiana Department of Motor Vehicles. Taxpayers that do not meet these qualifications, can file electronically using third party vendor software, file a paper return or use a tax preparer to file electronically.

Filing Dates


News & Announcements

January 29, 2025

Louisiana state income tax filing begins Wednesday, Jan. 29

Louisiana Department of Revenue (LDR) will begin accepting 2024 state individual income tax returns on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025.

January 08, 2025

To reduce costs, LDR to cease mailing state sales tax returns to businesses

Louisiana Department of Revenue will cease printing and mailing copies of the Louisiana state sales tax return to businesses registered for sales tax in the state.

December 11, 2024

Tax preparer faces multiple felony fraud charges

A Terrebonne Parish woman faces multiple felony charges for the attempted theft of thousands of dollars in fraudulent state income tax refunds.


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