Louisiana is one of 41 states that collect a state income tax. If you are a full time, part-time or nonresident of Louisiana and filed a federal tax return, you must also file an individual tax return with the state of Louisiana.
Property Tax Forms for Louisiana
Louisiana doesn’t collect property taxes at the state level. Property taxes are instead collected at the local level, by cities, counties and school districts. Homestead exemptions are not automatic in Louisiana; you must file an application with your county assessor to receive the property tax discount.
Property Tax Forms | Pertains To | Use These Forms If.. |
Homestead Exemption | Homeowners | You qualify for a homestead exemption on your primary residence. |
Property Tax Exemption Forms | Home, Land, Property Owners | You qualify for any number of property tax exemptions in Louisiana. Must file locally. |
All Property Tax Forms | Home, Land, Property Owners | You own any property in Louisiana, including a home, land or commercial real estate. |
All Other Tax Forms for Louisiana
Louisiana is one of 25 states that has a Vehicle Property Tax, which is filed locally. All Louisiana specific tax forms, specialty forms and motor vehicle forms provided below.
All Other Forms | Pertains To | Use These Forms If.. |
Vehicle Property Tax | Owner of a Motor Vehicle | You own a motor vehicle. Vehicle property tax is filed locally. |
Motor Vehicle Tax Forms | Buyer, Seller in Vehicle Transactions | You bought, sold or need to register a motor vehicle in Louisiana. |
All Louisiana Tax Forms | Any Tax Filer | You need to find any tax form applicable to Louisiana. |
Helpful Resources for Filing Louisiana Tax Forms
Louisiana offers installment agreements for help paying tax bills, income tax credits and official resources for understanding and filing local property tax forms. The main Louisiana tax form and instruction portal is also provided.
LA Filing Resources | Pertains To | Use This Resource If.. |
Installment Payment Agreement | Filers Unable to Pay Tax Bill in Full | You can’t pay your tax bill in full but wish to make monthly payments instead. |
Income Tax Credits | Potentially Any Tax Filer | You want to see what income tax credits Louisiana has to offer and if you qualify. |
Property Tax Relief Credit | Qualifying Homeowners | You want to see if you qualify for a property tax relief credit. Qualification for exemptions are found through your local assessor's office. |
Property Tax County Directory | Home, Land, Property Owners | You need to contact your county property tax office. |
Louisiana Forms and Instructions | Any Tax Filer | You need detailed information on any of the various taxes Louisiana collects. |