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Online Application Forms:
The following forms may be completed online by clicking the box below:
  • Embalmer and Funeral Director Application Form***
  • Funeral Director Application Form***
  • Crematory Retort Operator Application Form***
  • Reciprocal / Temporary Application Form***
  • Intern Embalmer and Funeral Director Application Form***
  • Intern Funeral Director Application Form***
  • New Funeral Establishment Application Form***  
  • New Crematory Authority Application Form***
  • Establishment Name Change Form***
  • Establishment Ownership Change Form ***
  • Establishment Location Change Form***
CLICK HERE TO BEGIN YOUR APPLICATION ONLINE

LSBEFD Renewal Forms: (Click here to get Printable Form Versions)

                                                               The reporting period is October 1 - September 30th - ANNUALLY

                                                      This report will be considered delinquent if received after December 31st!

 Fees: Please Reference - R. S. 37:845 Fees R. S. 37:875.  Fees

Initial Fees:

  • Embalmer and Funeral Director - $250.00
  • Funeral Director - $250.00
  • Crematory Retort Operator - $250.00 
  • Temporary - $100.00
  • Internship Embalmer and Funeral Director OR Funeral Director Only - $100.00 
  • Funeral Establishment - $1,000.00 
  • Crematory Authority - $1,000.00
  • Inspection / Reinspection for a Funeral Establishment - $500.00
  • Inspection / Reinspection for a Crematory Authority - $500.00

Renewal Fees:

  • Embalmer and Funeral Director - $80.00
  • Funeral Director - $80.00
  • Crematory Retort Operator - $80.00
  • Funeral Establishment - $700.00 
  • Crematory Authority - $700.00

Other LSBEFD Forms: (Click here to get Printable Form Versions)

***Please Note - Cash is not accepted, and the office does not keep cash on hand. Payment forms accepted include check, debit/credit card, money order or cashier’s check.

For paper forms, please mail or have them delivered to:

The Louisiana State Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors 

3500 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 1232
Metairie, Louisiana 70002
Mail/packages are frequently lost during transit from any carrier and the United States Postal Service.
Please be aware of time sensitivity and document security when sending items to this office. 

 

INSPECTIONS

Inspection of Funeral Establishments and Crematories

In accordance with Title 46, Part XXXVII, Chapter 11, Section 1107, funeral establishments and crematories will be inspected by an authorized inspector during normal business hours. These inspections are conducted to ensure compliance with state laws, established standards, and ethical practices.

The inspection process includes a review of:
  • Funeral service operations
  • The cremation process
  • Compliance with state regulations
  • Prearranged funeral contracts

Following each inspection, a detailed report is prepared that includes findings, comments, and any recommendations or suggestions from the inspector. The goal of the Board is not only to ensure compliance, but also to assist, guide, and encourage licensees in maintaining high standards within the profession.

Please click the link below to see a sample inspection report. 

SAMPLE INSPECTION REPORT

Please click the link below to view the LSBEFD board approved embalming log.

EMBALMING LOG

Please click the link below to view required documentation for new a new establishment (funeral home or crematory) or to complete an ownership change. 

NEW ESTABLISHMENT/OWNERSHIP CHANGE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS 

 

To receive your most recent funeral establishment or crematory authority inspection report or if you have any questions, please contact R. DeMale Bowden, Jr., CFSP, CCSP. - LSBEFD Inspector at (504) 881-7223 or via email, [email protected].

Inspection Forms: FOR THE LSBEFD INSPECTOR ONLY