CPA License Renewal in Connecticut (2026)

CPA license renewal in Connecticut is handled by the Connecticut State Board of Accountancy (administered by the Department of Consumer Protection), 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.

Connecticut CPA renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	12 months
Deadline rule	Active individual CPA licenses are renewed annually and expire December 31 each year. Renewal notices are emailed during the renewal period (October through December 31), and the online renewal system opens after October 1.
CE hours required	40 hours
Renewal fee	$565.00
Online renewal	Yes
CE tracking system	Self-reported CPE compliance attested at renewal (no third-party tracker such as CE Broker indicated)
Governing body	Connecticut State Board of Accountancy (administered by the Department of Consumer Protection)

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Continuing-education requirements for CPAs in Connecticut

A minimum of 40 hours of CPE is required each year (per annual renewal cycle), measured over a fiscal year reporting period of July 1 through June 30 and reported by December 31. A 4-hour ethics course is required every three CPE cycles (covering ethical behavior and State/National codes of conduct, professional conduct, and licensing regulations); no separate state-specific ethics exam. CPAs performing attest or compilation services must include at least 8 hours in audit/attest/compilation subjects. Up to 20 hours may be carried over to the next cycle only.

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How to renew your CPA license in Connecticut

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Connecticut State Board of Accountancy (administered by the Department of Consumer Protection) portal.
Complete the required 40 CE hours and confirm they appear in Self-reported CPE compliance attested at renewal (no third-party tracker such as CE Broker indicated).
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: Licensing is state-level via the CT State Board of Accountancy under the Department of Consumer Protection; NASBA coordinates but does not license. The $565 fee is the individual CPA license (active practice) renewal; a separate CPA "registration" (non-practicing) renews for $40 and a firm permit for $150. CPE cycle is annual (40 hrs/yr) even though the ethics requirement is on a 3-cycle (36-month) schedule, so per-cycle CE total reflects the 40-hour annual minimum. No late/penalty fee is published on the official renewal page.

CPA license renewal in Connecticut: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my CPA license in Connecticut?

Connecticut CPA licenses renew every 12 months. Active individual CPA licenses are renewed annually and expire December 31 each year. Renewal notices are emailed during the renewal period (October through December 31), and the online renewal system opens after October 1.

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

Approximately 40 continuing-education hours per cycle. A minimum of 40 hours of CPE is required each year (per annual renewal cycle), measured over a fiscal year reporting period of July 1 through June 30 and reported by December 31. A 4-hour ethics course is required every three CPE cycles (covering ethical behavior and State/National codes of conduct, professional conduct, and licensing regulations); no separate state-specific ethics exam. CPAs performing attest or compilation services must include at least 8 hours in audit/attest/compilation subjects. Up to 20 hours may be carried over to the next cycle only. Confirm the current requirement with the Connecticut State Board of Accountancy (administered by the Department of Consumer Protection).

Can I renew my Connecticut CPA license online?

Yes — Connecticut offers online renewal through the Connecticut State Board of Accountancy (administered by the Department of Consumer Protection). Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Connecticut CPA license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the Connecticut State Board of Accountancy (administered by the Department of Consumer Protection) promptly if your license has lapsed.

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