Food Truck Permit Requirements in Shreveport, LA

Complete permit and license guide for starting a food truck in Shreveport, Caddo County, Louisiana.

$600 -- $1500 3–6 weeks to obtain all permits and pass inspections 6 requirements

Not legal advice. Requirements may change — always verify with your local government authority before applying. Last verified: .

Shreveport / Caddo County Requirements

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Caddo County / City of Shreveport — Mobile Food Unit Permit

All food trucks operating in Shreveport must obtain a Mobile Food Unit (MFU) permit from the local health department (Caddo County or City of Shreveport Environmental Health). The truck undergoes an inspection before the permit is issued. Annual renewal required.

$250–$450/year2–4 weeks after application and inspection
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City of Shreveport Revenue Division — Business License

Shreveport requires an Occupational License for all businesses operating within city limits. The Revenue Division processes business license applications annually. This license must be renewed annually and displayed at your place of business.

$50–$500/year depending on business type and gross revenues1–3 weeks
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Commissary Agreement

Most jurisdictions require mobile food units to operate from an approved commissary — a licensed commercial kitchen for food prep, storage, and cleaning. A signed commissary agreement must be submitted with the permit application.

$200–$700/month (commissary rental fees vary)Arranged before permit application
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Louisiana State Requirements

2 requirements
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Louisiana Department of Revenue — Sales Tax Registration

Required for all businesses selling taxable goods or services in Louisiana. Louisiana's state sales tax rate is 4.45%. Louisiana has a complex tax structure with local parish sales taxes that can bring the total rate to 8–12%. Register with the Louisiana Department of Revenue and separately with each applicable parish.

Free1–5 business days (online)
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Louisiana Department of Health — Certified Food Protection Manager Requirement

Louisiana requires at least one certified food protection manager per food establishment. Must pass an ANSI-accredited exam such as ServSafe.

$80–$1501–2 days
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Federal Requirements

1 requirement
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EIN (Employer Identification Number)

Required if you have employees or operate as an LLC or corporation. Free from the IRS.

FreeImmediate (online application)
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