CPA License Renewal in New Mexico (2026)

CPA license renewal in New Mexico is handled by the New Mexico Public Accountancy Board (Regulation and Licensing Department, Boards and Commissions Division), 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.

New Mexico CPA renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	12 months
Deadline rule	Individual CPA licenses renew annually based on the licensee's birth month. A license is effective the first day of the month following the holder's birth month and expires on the last day of the birth month the following year; the renewal and CPE report are due by the last day of the birth month.
CE hours required	120 hours
Renewal fee	$130.00
Online renewal	Yes
CE tracking system	CPE reported with renewal application; ~10% of monthly renewals randomly selected for CPE audit (no CE Broker)
Governing body	New Mexico Public Accountancy Board (Regulation and Licensing Department, Boards and Commissions Division)

Go to the official New Mexico Public Accountancy Board (Regulation and Licensing Department, Boards and Commissions Division) renewal page →

Last verified 2026-06-01 from the New Mexico Public Accountancy Board (Regulation and Licensing Department, Boards and Commissions Division). automated research workflow (official new-mexico Board of Accountancy), confidence high.

Continuing-education requirements for CPAs in New Mexico

120 total CPE hours on a rolling 36-month (3-year) reporting cycle ending the last day of the birth month, with a minimum of 20 hours each 12-month period. At least 96 hours must be technical (up to 24 may be non-technical), at least 24 hours must not be sponsored by the licensee's own firm, and 4 hours must be in ethics over the 36-month cycle. Note: although CPE accrues over 3 years, the license itself renews annually and the full preceding 36-month CPE record is reported at renewal. Initial licensure (not renewal) requires passing the AICPA Ethics Exam at 90%+.

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How to renew your CPA license in New Mexico

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the New Mexico Public Accountancy Board (Regulation and Licensing Department, Boards and Commissions Division) portal.
Complete the required 120 CE hours and confirm they appear in CPE reported with renewal application; ~10% of monthly renewals randomly selected for CPE audit (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: Renewal is annual but CPE is measured over a rolling 3-year/120-hour cycle, so renewal_cycle_months (12) and the CPE cycle (36 months) differ. A delinquency/late fee applies if not renewed by the expiration date, but the official pages do not publish the dollar amount (left null). A license not renewed within 90 days of expiration (including delinquency + renewal fees) is cancelled. Inactive status is available to retain the license without meeting CPE, but the holder cannot practice. Online renewal is via the RLD licensing portal (system live since Feb 20, 2023). This covers the individual active CPA license, not the CPA-firm permit or initial exam.

CPA license renewal in New Mexico: frequently asked questions

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

New Mexico CPA licenses renew every 12 months. Individual CPA licenses renew annually based on the licensee's birth month. A license is effective the first day of the month following the holder's birth month and expires on the last day of the birth month the following year; the renewal and CPE report are due by the last day of the birth month.

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

Approximately 120 continuing-education hours per cycle. 120 total CPE hours on a rolling 36-month (3-year) reporting cycle ending the last day of the birth month, with a minimum of 20 hours each 12-month period. At least 96 hours must be technical (up to 24 may be non-technical), at least 24 hours must not be sponsored by the licensee's own firm, and 4 hours must be in ethics over the 36-month cycle. Note: although CPE accrues over 3 years, the license itself renews annually and the full preceding 36-month CPE record is reported at renewal. Initial licensure (not renewal) requires passing the AICPA Ethics Exam at 90%+. Confirm the current requirement with the New Mexico Public Accountancy Board (Regulation and Licensing Department, Boards and Commissions Division).

Can I renew my New Mexico CPA license online?

Yes — New Mexico offers online renewal through the New Mexico Public Accountancy Board (Regulation and Licensing Department, Boards and Commissions Division). Use the official link on this page.

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

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the New Mexico Public Accountancy Board (Regulation and Licensing Department, Boards and Commissions Division) promptly if your license has lapsed.

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