CPA License Renewal in Alabama (2026)

CPA license renewal in Alabama is handled by the Alabama State Board of Public Accountancy, which requires Certified Public Accountant (CPA)s to renew every 12 months. Below are the renewal deadline rule, continuing-education (CE) hours, fees, and a direct link to the official renewal page — last verified 2026-06-01. This is an unofficial guide; always confirm the details with the board before you file.

Alabama CPA renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	12 months
Deadline rule	Alabama uses annual registration for all individual licensees. The registration year runs October 1 through September 30, and the renewal form must be submitted/postmarked on or before December 31 to avoid a late penalty. The same fixed deadline applies to all licensees (not staggered by birth month or last name).
CE hours required	40 hours
Renewal fee	$100.00
Online renewal	Yes
CE tracking system	CPE reported to the board at annual registration (online CPE reporting / CPE template upload via Alabama Interactive); no CE Broker.
Governing body	Alabama State Board of Public Accountancy

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Continuing-education requirements for CPAs in Alabama

An active CPA must complete 40 CPE hours each year, earned during the October 1 - September 30 reporting period. The 40 hours must include at least 8 hours of Accounting & Auditing and at least 2 hours of qualifying Ethics. Caps apply: no more than 12 hours of Personal Development and no more than 10 hours via Nano Learning. CPE is reported annually; because the cycle is annual, the per-cycle total equals the 40-hour annual requirement (no separate multi-year carryforward total). No state-specific board ethics exam is required beyond the 2-hour ethics CPE.

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How to renew your CPA license in Alabama

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Alabama State Board of Public Accountancy portal.
Complete the required 40 CE hours and confirm they appear in CPE reported to the board at annual registration (online CPE reporting / CPE template upload via Alabama Interactive); no CE Broker..
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: Fee of $100 is the published Active individual CPA annual registration fee (Inactive status is $50). Late penalty escalates: $100 for renewals postmarked Jan 1 - Feb 28, and $500 for renewals postmarked on or after March 1, in each case in addition to the registration fee (late_fee_usd records the first-tier $100). Online renewal is offered through Alabama Interactive (alabamainteractive.org/asbpa); paper fillable forms are also available. Firm permits and NLO registrations are separate ($130 firm / $100 NLO) and excluded here. Fees page states amounts effective October 1, 2017.

CPA license renewal in Alabama: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my CPA license in Alabama?

Alabama CPA licenses renew every 12 months. Alabama uses annual registration for all individual licensees. The registration year runs October 1 through September 30, and the renewal form must be submitted/postmarked on or before December 31 to avoid a late penalty. The same fixed deadline applies to all licensees (not staggered by birth month or last name).

How many CE hours are required to renew an CPA license in Alabama?

Approximately 40 continuing-education hours per cycle. An active CPA must complete 40 CPE hours each year, earned during the October 1 - September 30 reporting period. The 40 hours must include at least 8 hours of Accounting & Auditing and at least 2 hours of qualifying Ethics. Caps apply: no more than 12 hours of Personal Development and no more than 10 hours via Nano Learning. CPE is reported annually; because the cycle is annual, the per-cycle total equals the 40-hour annual requirement (no separate multi-year carryforward total). No state-specific board ethics exam is required beyond the 2-hour ethics CPE. Confirm the current requirement with the Alabama State Board of Public Accountancy.

Can I renew my Alabama CPA license online?

Yes — Alabama offers online renewal through the Alabama State Board of Public Accountancy. Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Alabama CPA license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $100 may apply. Contact the Alabama State Board of Public Accountancy promptly if your license has lapsed.

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