CPA License Renewal in North Dakota (2026)

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

North Dakota CPA renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	12 months
Deadline rule	Individual CPA licenses renew annually on a July 1–June 30 fiscal-year cycle. The standard renewal window runs roughly April 15 through June 30; renewals filed July 1–July 31 incur a late fee, and any license not renewed by July 31 is involuntarily relinquished. The deadline is a fixed date (June 30) for all licensees, not staggered by birth month or last name.
CE hours required	120 hours
Renewal fee	$85.00
Online renewal	Yes
CE tracking system	Certemy (license renewal and CPE upload portal); licensees must retain CPE documentation 5 years for random audit
Governing body	North Dakota State Board of Accountancy

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Continuing-education requirements for CPAs in North Dakota

CPE is measured on a rolling three-calendar-year basis: at least 120 total credit hours over the prior three years, with a minimum of 20 hours in each calendar year. Includes a 6-hour professional ethics requirement over the rolling 3-year period (effective for the period ending June 30, 2022 onward). Note: the per-cycle total reported here (120) reflects the 3-year rolling CPE window rather than a single 12-month renewal; the annual renewal verifies compliance with this rolling requirement.

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How to renew your CPA license in North Dakota

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the North Dakota State Board of Accountancy portal.
Complete the required 120 CE hours and confirm they appear in Certemy (license renewal and CPE upload portal); licensees must retain CPE documentation 5 years for random audit.
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 a rolling 3-year requirement (120 hrs / 20 min per year / 6 ethics), which can be confusing — the 120 in ce_hours_required is the rolling-cycle total, not a single year's amount. Standard renewal fee is $85 if paid by June 30; a $100 late fee (total $185) applies July 1–31 under rules effective April 1, 2024. License relinquished if not renewed by July 31. This covers the active individual CPA license, not firm permits or initial certification.

CPA license renewal in North Dakota: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my CPA license in North Dakota?

North Dakota CPA licenses renew every 12 months. Individual CPA licenses renew annually on a July 1–June 30 fiscal-year cycle. The standard renewal window runs roughly April 15 through June 30; renewals filed July 1–July 31 incur a late fee, and any license not renewed by July 31 is involuntarily relinquished. The deadline is a fixed date (June 30) for all licensees, not staggered by birth month or last name.

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

Approximately 120 continuing-education hours per cycle. CPE is measured on a rolling three-calendar-year basis: at least 120 total credit hours over the prior three years, with a minimum of 20 hours in each calendar year. Includes a 6-hour professional ethics requirement over the rolling 3-year period (effective for the period ending June 30, 2022 onward). Note: the per-cycle total reported here (120) reflects the 3-year rolling CPE window rather than a single 12-month renewal; the annual renewal verifies compliance with this rolling requirement. Confirm the current requirement with the North Dakota State Board of Accountancy.

Can I renew my North Dakota CPA license online?

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

What happens if I let my North Dakota CPA license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $100 may apply. Contact the North Dakota State Board of Accountancy promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

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