How do I register for oil and gas severance tax?


To register for a severance tax account, go to LDR’s website at Business Registration, and click on the appropriate registration link to either register a new business or add a revenue account. Please note: If you are a purchaser withholding tax from the sever you must obtain a severance tax account to report and remit the withheld tax.

Prior to severing or removing natural resources from their natural state, oil and gas severers must first obtain a permit from the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Office of Conservation. Their office can be contacted at (225) 342-5540 or you can visit their website at http://www.dnr.louisiana.gov/ for additional information. After the Office of Conservation has assigned a producer code, you must then register with the Louisiana Department of Revenue (LDR) and obtain a 10-digit account number.


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September 02, 2025

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