Florida
Certified Public Accountant CE & renewal requirements in Florida (2026)
80 CPE per renewal, on a 24-month renewal cycle with Florida Board of Accountancy.
Renewal cycle
Every 24 months
Biennial; CPE reporting period runs July 1 - June 30 every two years; license renews by Dec 31 of the reestablishment year
Continuing education
80 CPE per renewal
80 CPE hours per 2-year reporting period, including 8 hrs Accounting & Auditing and 4 hrs Florida Board-approved Ethics; no more than 20 hrs in behavioral subjects
- Ethics (Florida board-approved)
- Accounting & Auditing
Source: Florida Board of Accountancy · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Florida Board of Accountancy
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- How often do cpas renew their license in Florida?
- Biennial; CPE reporting period runs July 1 - June 30 every two years; license renews by Dec 31 of the reestablishment year
- How many CPE do I need in Florida?
- 80 CPE per renewal. 80 CPE hours per 2-year reporting period, including 8 hrs Accounting & Auditing and 4 hrs Florida Board-approved Ethics; no more than 20 hrs in behavioral subjects
- Where do I renew my Certified Public Accountant license in Florida?
- Through Florida Board of Accountancy. We verified these details on 2026-07-05 — always confirm with the board before your deadline.
- Is this page official?
- No — Credlark is an independent organizational tool, not the licensing board. This page cites its source and check date; use it to plan, then confirm with your board.