CPA License Renewal in New Hampshire (2026)

CPA license renewal in New Hampshire is handled by the New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification (OPLC) - 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.

New Hampshire CPA renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Renewal is tied to each licensee's own license term rather than a fixed statewide date or birth month. Licenses issued or renewed after 2/22/23 are two-year licenses; OPLC emails a renewal notice 90 days before the individual license expires. Older licenses issued/renewed before 2/22/23 were three-year licenses and are being phased out.
CE hours required	80 hours
Renewal fee	$201.00
Online renewal	Yes
CE tracking system	CE Broker (free for NH licensees; offers CE tracking and approved-course search)
Governing body	New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification (OPLC) - Board of Accountancy

Go to the official New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification (OPLC) - Board of Accountancy renewal page →

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Continuing-education requirements for CPAs in New Hampshire

For the standard two-year license: 80 CE hours per cycle, with a minimum of 20 CE per year and a minimum of 4 CE in ethics per cycle (Ac 403.01). Three-year licenses (pre-2/22/23) require 120 hours, still 20/year minimum and 4 ethics. No state-specific ethics exam is required; regulatory/behavioral ethics coursework satisfies the ethics requirement. Carryover to the next cycle only is allowed (max 40 hrs for two-year, 60 hrs for three-year). Courses need not be pre-approved by the Board.

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How to renew your CPA license in New Hampshire

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification (OPLC) - Board of Accountancy portal.
Complete the required 80 CE hours and confirm they appear in CE Broker (free for NH licensees; offers CE tracking and approved-course search).
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 OPLC; new-license applications are processed through NASBA, but NASBA does not license. The single fixed individual CPA renewal fee is $201 (the $275 figure seen on third-party sites is not the current OPLC fee). No separate late fee is published; reinstatement after expiry uses the same $201 fee (paper application required if expired). Renewal applications are online only via forms.nh.gov. CE audit rate is 10%; documentation should be retained. First renewal for some pre-2/22/23 initial licensees may be prorated.

CPA license renewal in New Hampshire: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my CPA license in New Hampshire?

New Hampshire CPA licenses renew every 24 months. Renewal is tied to each licensee's own license term rather than a fixed statewide date or birth month. Licenses issued or renewed after 2/22/23 are two-year licenses; OPLC emails a renewal notice 90 days before the individual license expires. Older licenses issued/renewed before 2/22/23 were three-year licenses and are being phased out.

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

Approximately 80 continuing-education hours per cycle. For the standard two-year license: 80 CE hours per cycle, with a minimum of 20 CE per year and a minimum of 4 CE in ethics per cycle (Ac 403.01). Three-year licenses (pre-2/22/23) require 120 hours, still 20/year minimum and 4 ethics. No state-specific ethics exam is required; regulatory/behavioral ethics coursework satisfies the ethics requirement. Carryover to the next cycle only is allowed (max 40 hrs for two-year, 60 hrs for three-year). Courses need not be pre-approved by the Board. Confirm the current requirement with the New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification (OPLC) - Board of Accountancy.

Can I renew my New Hampshire CPA license online?

Yes — New Hampshire offers online renewal through the New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification (OPLC) - Board of Accountancy. Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my New Hampshire CPA license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification (OPLC) - Board of Accountancy promptly if your license has lapsed.

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