CPA License Renewal in Virginia (2026)

CPA license renewal in Virginia is handled by the Virginia Board of Accountancy (VBOA), 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.

Virginia CPA renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	12 months
Deadline rule	Individual Active (and Inactive) CPA licenses are renewed annually and expire June 30 each year; renewal can begin March 1. This is a fixed annual deadline, not tied to birth month or last name. Failure to renew by the deadline requires reinstatement after July 1.
CE hours required	120 hours
Renewal fee	$60.00
Online renewal	Yes
CE tracking system	VBOA CPE Audit Service / CPE tracking system hosted by NASBA
Governing body	Virginia Board of Accountancy (VBOA)

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Continuing-education requirements for CPAs in Virginia

Active CPAs must complete 120 CPE hours measured over a rolling three-calendar-year period (the three years preceding the current year), with a minimum of 20 hours each calendar year. A 2-hour VBOA-approved ethics course is required annually and counts toward the total. CPAs who provide attest, compilation, or financial statement preparation services must also complete 8 hours of related coursework within the total. 50 minutes equals 1 CPE hour. Note: CPE is tracked on a rolling 3-year basis while the license renews annually, so 120 hours is the per-cycle (3-year) total, not per annual renewal.

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How to renew your CPA license in Virginia

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Virginia Board of Accountancy (VBOA) portal.
Complete the required 120 CE hours and confirm they appear in VBOA CPE Audit Service / CPE tracking system hosted by NASBA.
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: License renewal is annual (expires June 30) but the 120-hour CPE requirement runs on a rolling three-calendar-year window with a 20-hour annual minimum; do not conflate the annual renewal with the CPE measurement period. A $25 processing surcharge applies if renewing by check. If the license lapses past July 1 it must be reinstated for $350 (treated here as the late/penalty figure). CPE documentation should not be submitted with renewal unless requested in an audit; records must be retained four calendar years.

CPA license renewal in Virginia: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my CPA license in Virginia?

Virginia CPA licenses renew every 12 months. Individual Active (and Inactive) CPA licenses are renewed annually and expire June 30 each year; renewal can begin March 1. This is a fixed annual deadline, not tied to birth month or last name. Failure to renew by the deadline requires reinstatement after July 1.

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

Approximately 120 continuing-education hours per cycle. Active CPAs must complete 120 CPE hours measured over a rolling three-calendar-year period (the three years preceding the current year), with a minimum of 20 hours each calendar year. A 2-hour VBOA-approved ethics course is required annually and counts toward the total. CPAs who provide attest, compilation, or financial statement preparation services must also complete 8 hours of related coursework within the total. 50 minutes equals 1 CPE hour. Note: CPE is tracked on a rolling 3-year basis while the license renews annually, so 120 hours is the per-cycle (3-year) total, not per annual renewal. Confirm the current requirement with the Virginia Board of Accountancy (VBOA).

Can I renew my Virginia CPA license online?

Yes — Virginia offers online renewal through the Virginia Board of Accountancy (VBOA). Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Virginia CPA license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $350 may apply. Contact the Virginia Board of Accountancy (VBOA) promptly if your license has lapsed.

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