Idaho
Certified Public Accountant CE & renewal requirements in Idaho (2026)
80 CPE per renewal, on a 24-month renewal cycle with Idaho State Board of Accountancy (DOPL).
Renewal cycle
Every 24 months
Rolling 2-year period (prior year + current year); annual renewal deadline July 1, CPE reporting deadline January 31
Continuing education
80 CPE per renewal
80 CPE hours minimum over rolling 2-year period including 4 hours ethics; 30-50 hour min/max per year; new licensees must complete a 2-hour Idaho-specific ethics/rules course in their first year
- Ethics
- Idaho Accountancy Act and Rules (new licensees)
Source: Idaho State Board of Accountancy (DOPL) · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Idaho State Board of Accountancy (DOPL)
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- How often do cpas renew their license in Idaho?
- Rolling 2-year period (prior year + current year); annual renewal deadline July 1, CPE reporting deadline January 31
- How many CPE do I need in Idaho?
- 80 CPE per renewal. 80 CPE hours minimum over rolling 2-year period including 4 hours ethics; 30-50 hour min/max per year; new licensees must complete a 2-hour Idaho-specific ethics/rules course in their first year
- Where do I renew my Certified Public Accountant license in Idaho?
- Through Idaho State Board of Accountancy (DOPL). 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.