Kei Trucks in Louisiana
Legal as mini-trucks: the OMV decal, the 55 mph rule, and where to buy
A 2010 law lets mini-trucks on Louisiana roads. You register one as an off-road vehicle, get an OMV decal, and drive on highways posted 55 mph or less, never on interstates or divided highways.
Registers asOff-road vehicle
ProofOMV decalRoads55 mph or less
InsuranceRequired
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What Louisiana law says about mini-trucks
Two 2010 bills, SB 48 and HB 140, wrote mini-trucks into state law.
- A mini-truck driven on a highway must be registered as an off-road vehicle and show an OMV decal.
- It may use highways posted 55 mph or less.
- Not interstates, controlled-access highways, or multi-lane divided highways.
- It needs liability insurance at the state minimum.
- Parishes and cities may ban them on their own roads.
- 2010SB 48 and HB 140 created the mini-truck rules.
- June 2018OMV last revised its mini-truck policy.
Sources: Louisiana Revised Statutes 32:299.2 ↗, 2010 Acts (SB 48, HB 140), Louisiana OMV policy. Checked Nov. 9, 2026.
How to register a kei truck in Louisiana
Five steps at the Office of Motor Vehicles.
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Papers to bring to the OMV
- Customs entry form CBP 7501
- DOT form HS-7
- EPA form 3520-1
- Japanese export certificate, with an English translation
- Your bill of sale
- Proof of liability insurance at the state minimum
Sources: Louisiana OMV and R.S. 32:299.2. Not legal advice.
Where you can drive one
Highways posted 55 mph or less.
No interstates and no four-lane divided highways. Parish roads and town streets are where these trucks belong.
- Town and parish roadsAllowed, unless your parish or city bans them.Allowed
- Highways posted 55 mphThe fastest roads allowed.Allowed
- Interstates and divided highwaysNot allowed, including multi-lane divided highways.No
Kei trucks for sale in Louisiana
A dealer in Branch, near Lafayette, sells them.
1990s trucks there run $7,500 to $8,000. It also lists newer trucks; ask what papers each one comes with.
Prices in Louisiana
1994 Mitsubishi MinicabAsking · Branch dealer$7,600
1996 Honda ActyAsking · Branch dealer$7,500- 1996 Honda ActyAsking · Branch dealer$8,000
Seen Nov. 8, 2026. Not offers or guarantees. We're not paid by any dealer.
Louisiana dealers we found
We haven't visited or checked these yet. Call before you drive out.
- BranchMinitruck Importsminitruckimports.com
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Louisiana questions
Are kei trucks legal in Louisiana?
Yes, as mini-trucks. They register as off-road vehicles with an OMV decal and may use highways posted 55 mph or less.
Can kei trucks drive on Louisiana interstates?
No. Interstates, controlled-access highways and multi-lane divided highways are off limits.
What is the OMV mini-truck decal?
The off-road decal Louisiana issues to registered mini-trucks. It must be displayed to drive on highways.
Do kei trucks need insurance in Louisiana?
Yes, liability insurance at the same minimums as other vehicles.
Can my parish ban kei trucks?
Yes. Parishes and cities may ban mini-trucks on their roads.
Where can I buy a kei truck in Louisiana?
Minitruck Imports in Branch, near Lafayette.
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