CPA License Renewal in Vermont (2026)

CPA license renewal in Vermont is handled by the Vermont Board of Public Accountancy (Office of Professional Regulation, Vermont Secretary of State), 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.

Vermont CPA renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Individual CPA licenses renew biennially, expiring July 31 of odd-numbered years (the two-year cycle runs Aug 1 of an even year through July 31 of the next odd year). The exact expiration date is printed on the license; renewal opens about six weeks before expiration and must be completed before the expiration date.
CE hours required	80 hours
Renewal fee	$220.00
Online renewal	Yes
CE tracking system	CPE certificates / AICPA transcript uploaded with online renewal (no CE Broker)
Governing body	Vermont Board of Public Accountancy (Office of Professional Regulation, Vermont Secretary of State)

Go to the official Vermont Board of Public Accountancy (Office of Professional Regulation, Vermont Secretary of State) renewal page →

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Continuing-education requirements for CPAs in Vermont

For a licensee who held the license for the full two-year cycle: 80 CPE credits, including a minimum of 4 credits in professional ethics (may cover the AICPA Code of Conduct or Vermont accountancy statutes/rules), 8 credits in accounting and auditing, and 68 credits in accounting-related matters. No state-specific ethics exam is required. Prorated requirements apply to those licensed for only part of the cycle.

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How to renew your CPA license in Vermont

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Vermont Board of Public Accountancy (Office of Professional Regulation, Vermont Secretary of State) portal.
Complete the required 80 CE hours and confirm they appear in CPE certificates / AICPA transcript uploaded with online renewal (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 Vermont Board of Public Accountancy under the Office of Professional Regulation; NASBA does not issue Vermont licenses. The 80-hour CPE total has no separate annual minimum within the two-year cycle. The renewal_fee_usd of $220 is the biennial individual CPA renewal fee (corroborated by multiple sources; not seen on a single official fee table during this session). late_fee_usd reflects the general OPR statutory penalty under 3 V.S.A. 127(d): $100 if renewed within 30 days after expiration, then an amount equal to the renewal fee increased by $40 per additional month, capped at $1,500 total — this is not an accountancy-specific flat fee. Renewals submitted late are also subject to reinstatement requirements; a license lapsed five or more years may lose the right to reinstate.

CPA license renewal in Vermont: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my CPA license in Vermont?

Vermont CPA licenses renew every 24 months. Individual CPA licenses renew biennially, expiring July 31 of odd-numbered years (the two-year cycle runs Aug 1 of an even year through July 31 of the next odd year). The exact expiration date is printed on the license; renewal opens about six weeks before expiration and must be completed before the expiration date.

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

Approximately 80 continuing-education hours per cycle. For a licensee who held the license for the full two-year cycle: 80 CPE credits, including a minimum of 4 credits in professional ethics (may cover the AICPA Code of Conduct or Vermont accountancy statutes/rules), 8 credits in accounting and auditing, and 68 credits in accounting-related matters. No state-specific ethics exam is required. Prorated requirements apply to those licensed for only part of the cycle. Confirm the current requirement with the Vermont Board of Public Accountancy (Office of Professional Regulation, Vermont Secretary of State).

Can I renew my Vermont CPA license online?

Yes — Vermont offers online renewal through the Vermont Board of Public Accountancy (Office of Professional Regulation, Vermont Secretary of State). Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Vermont 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 Vermont Board of Public Accountancy (Office of Professional Regulation, Vermont Secretary of State) promptly if your license has lapsed.

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