CPA License Renewal in Delaware (2026)

CPA license renewal in Delaware is handled by the Delaware Board of Accountancy (Division of Professional Regulation), which requires Certified Public Accountant (CPA)s to renew every 24 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.

Delaware CPA renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	All Delaware CPA permits to practice expire on a fixed date — June 30 of odd-numbered years — on a biennial cycle. Renewal must be completed before that date; the Board emails a renewal notice a few months in advance.
CE hours required	80 hours
Renewal fee	see board (fee not fixed/published)
Online renewal	Yes
CE tracking system	DELPROS Continuing Education tracking (licensees enter courses online; random audits)
Governing body	Delaware Board of Accountancy (Division of Professional Regulation)

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Continuing-education requirements for CPAs in Delaware

80 hours of approved CPE per biennial renewal period (July 1 to June 30 of odd years), with a minimum of 20 hours in each year of the period. Must include at least 8 hours of accounting and/or auditing, 8 hours of taxation, and 4 hours in a Board-approved Delaware-specific ethics course, plus an additional 20 hours in accounting, auditing, or tax. No more than 24 hours may be self-study.

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How to renew your CPA license in Delaware

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Delaware Board of Accountancy (Division of Professional Regulation) portal.
Complete the required 80 CE hours and confirm they appear in DELPROS Continuing Education tracking (licensees enter courses online; random audits).
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: Renewal is biennial via the DELPROS online portal. The renewal page cites a "40 for the two-year period" annual-minimum phrasing (20 hrs/year x 2), but the full-period CPE requirement on the official CE page is 80 hours per biennium — the 80 figure governs. The exact renewal fee in dollars is not published; the Board notifies the licensee of the amount at the time of renewal in DELPROS. Late fee is 50% of the renewal fee (no fixed dollar amount). The $187 CPA Permit fee on the fee schedule is the initial application fee, not the renewal fee. Ethics requirement is Delaware-specific (Board-approved course list per cycle), not the AICPA exam.

CPA license renewal in Delaware: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my CPA license in Delaware?

Delaware CPA licenses renew every 24 months. All Delaware CPA permits to practice expire on a fixed date — June 30 of odd-numbered years — on a biennial cycle. Renewal must be completed before that date; the Board emails a renewal notice a few months in advance.

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

Approximately 80 continuing-education hours per cycle. 80 hours of approved CPE per biennial renewal period (July 1 to June 30 of odd years), with a minimum of 20 hours in each year of the period. Must include at least 8 hours of accounting and/or auditing, 8 hours of taxation, and 4 hours in a Board-approved Delaware-specific ethics course, plus an additional 20 hours in accounting, auditing, or tax. No more than 24 hours may be self-study. Confirm the current requirement with the Delaware Board of Accountancy (Division of Professional Regulation).

Can I renew my Delaware CPA license online?

Yes — Delaware offers online renewal through the Delaware Board of Accountancy (Division of Professional Regulation). Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Delaware CPA license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the Delaware Board of Accountancy (Division of Professional Regulation) promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

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