CPA License Renewal in Nebraska (2026)

CPA license renewal in Nebraska is handled by the Nebraska Board of Public 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.

Nebraska CPA renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Active permit to practice is renewed biennially and expires June 30. The two-year cycle is staggered by the certificate holder's birth year: the permit expires on June 30 of the year the holder's age becomes divisible by two (so each individual is on either an even- or odd-year cycle). Renewal window runs roughly early May to June 30. Note the separate CPE reporting period ends December 31 (reported by January 31).
CE hours required	80 hours
Renewal fee	$200.00
Online renewal	Yes
CE tracking system	Annual CPE reporting to the Board (self-report by January 31); no CE Broker
Governing body	Nebraska Board of Public Accountancy

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Continuing-education requirements for CPAs in Nebraska

80 CPE hours within the two calendar years preceding renewal, including 4 hours of ethics. The AICPA Professional Ethics exam/course used to obtain the original certificate cannot be reused to satisfy the 4-hour permit-renewal ethics requirement; no state-specific ethics exam is required for renewal. No fixed annual hour minimum is published (the requirement is stated as an 80-hour two-year total), though CPE must be earned by December 31 of the year prior to renewal and reported by January 31. Permits issued after July 1 of the year preceding expiration are pro-rated to a 40-hour minimum. Records must be retained six years.

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How to renew your CPA license in Nebraska

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Nebraska Board of Public Accountancy portal.
Complete the required 80 CE hours and confirm they appear in Annual CPE reporting to the Board (self-report by January 31); 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: Licensing is state-level via the Nebraska Board of Public Accountancy (NASBA coordinates but does not license). Active "permit to practice" is biennial; the published fee schedule lists $200 for the Active Permit to Practice. Statute (Neb. Rev. Stat. 1-136) references an "annual permit fee" capped at $150, so the $200 appears to cover the biennial period — verify exact current amount with the Board. The $250 figure is the official "Stipulation & Consent Order for Renewal" (failure to renew by deadline) fee, used here as the late/reinstatement charge. CPE compliance period (Dec 31 / report by Jan 31) is distinct from the June 30 permit expiration.

CPA license renewal in Nebraska: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my CPA license in Nebraska?

Nebraska CPA licenses renew every 24 months. Active permit to practice is renewed biennially and expires June 30. The two-year cycle is staggered by the certificate holder's birth year: the permit expires on June 30 of the year the holder's age becomes divisible by two (so each individual is on either an even- or odd-year cycle). Renewal window runs roughly early May to June 30. Note the separate CPE reporting period ends December 31 (reported by January 31).

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

Approximately 80 continuing-education hours per cycle. 80 CPE hours within the two calendar years preceding renewal, including 4 hours of ethics. The AICPA Professional Ethics exam/course used to obtain the original certificate cannot be reused to satisfy the 4-hour permit-renewal ethics requirement; no state-specific ethics exam is required for renewal. No fixed annual hour minimum is published (the requirement is stated as an 80-hour two-year total), though CPE must be earned by December 31 of the year prior to renewal and reported by January 31. Permits issued after July 1 of the year preceding expiration are pro-rated to a 40-hour minimum. Records must be retained six years. Confirm the current requirement with the Nebraska Board of Public Accountancy.

Can I renew my Nebraska CPA license online?

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

What happens if I let my Nebraska CPA license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $250 may apply. Contact the Nebraska Board of Public Accountancy promptly if your license has lapsed.

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