CPA License Renewal in Missouri (2026)

CPA license renewal in Missouri is handled by the Missouri State Board of Accountancy, 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.

Missouri CPA renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Individual CPA licenses renew on a fixed biennial cycle that runs October 1 through September 30 of odd-numbered years; all licensees share the same deadline (license expires September 30 of the odd year). It is not staggered by birth month or last name.
CE hours required	80 hours
Renewal fee	$80.00
Online renewal	Yes
CE tracking system	Board MOPRO online CPE Reporting Tool (continuing education tracking)
Governing body	Missouri State Board of Accountancy

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Continuing-education requirements for CPAs in Missouri

CPE is tracked on a CALENDAR-YEAR (annual) basis even though the license renews biennially: a licensee must complete at least 40 qualifying CPE hours each calendar year, including a minimum of 2 hours of ethics each year (per 20 CSR 2010-4.010, effective Jan 1, 2020). Over a 2-year renewal cycle this totals 80 hours (4 ethics). A 60-day grace period (through March 1 of the following year) is allowed for licensees in good standing to cure a prior-year shortage. No state-specific ethics exam is required for renewal; the requirement is 2 ethics CPE hours annually.

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How to renew your CPA license in Missouri

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Missouri State Board of Accountancy portal.
Complete the required 80 CE hours and confirm they appear in Board MOPRO online CPE Reporting Tool (continuing education tracking).
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: Late/delinquent fee of $50 is per month or portion of a month overdue (not a flat one-time fee). CPE requirement is structured as an annual 40-hour obligation (incl. 2 ethics) rather than a pooled biennial total; the 80-hour figure is the sum across the 2-year renewal cycle. Reinstatement of an expired license costs $200. An inactive-status license has a separate $50 biennial renewal fee. Fees verified on the official board fee schedule; CPE rule verified via 20 CSR 2010-4.010. Online renewal and CPE tracking offered through the state MOPRO system.

CPA license renewal in Missouri: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my CPA license in Missouri?

Missouri CPA licenses renew every 24 months. Individual CPA licenses renew on a fixed biennial cycle that runs October 1 through September 30 of odd-numbered years; all licensees share the same deadline (license expires September 30 of the odd year). It is not staggered by birth month or last name.

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

Approximately 80 continuing-education hours per cycle. CPE is tracked on a CALENDAR-YEAR (annual) basis even though the license renews biennially: a licensee must complete at least 40 qualifying CPE hours each calendar year, including a minimum of 2 hours of ethics each year (per 20 CSR 2010-4.010, effective Jan 1, 2020). Over a 2-year renewal cycle this totals 80 hours (4 ethics). A 60-day grace period (through March 1 of the following year) is allowed for licensees in good standing to cure a prior-year shortage. No state-specific ethics exam is required for renewal; the requirement is 2 ethics CPE hours annually. Confirm the current requirement with the Missouri State Board of Accountancy.

Can I renew my Missouri CPA license online?

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

What happens if I let my Missouri CPA license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $50 may apply. Contact the Missouri State Board of Accountancy promptly if your license has lapsed.

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