text: can i switch from section 8 housing in louisiana to section 8 housing in california? if so how do i do it?? you can take your section 8 voucher anywhere ther is a housing athority.  let your caseworker know, they will tell you what needs to be done.  you do not need to apply to the waitlist in another agency.  your voucher is yours for life and will travel with you whereever you want