Louisiana
Certified Public Accountant CE & renewal requirements in Louisiana (2026)
80 CPE per renewal, on a 24-month renewal cycle with Louisiana State Board of Certified Public Accountants.
Renewal cycle
Every 24 months
License renews annually (expires Dec 31), but CPE compliance is a rolling 2-year look-back of 80 hours, min 20/year
Continuing education
80 CPE per renewal
80 CPE hours over a rolling 2-year period (min 20/year), reported by Jan 31; a 3-hour Board-approved ethics course required in even years; attest CPAs need +8 hours/year A&A; no carryover
- Ethics
- Accounting & Auditing (attest CPAs)
Source: Louisiana State Board of Certified Public Accountants · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Louisiana State Board of Certified Public Accountants
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- How often do cpas renew their license in Louisiana?
- License renews annually (expires Dec 31), but CPE compliance is a rolling 2-year look-back of 80 hours, min 20/year
- How many CPE do I need in Louisiana?
- 80 CPE per renewal. 80 CPE hours over a rolling 2-year period (min 20/year), reported by Jan 31; a 3-hour Board-approved ethics course required in even years; attest CPAs need +8 hours/year A&A; no carryover
- Where do I renew my Certified Public Accountant license in Louisiana?
- Through Louisiana State Board of Certified Public Accountants. 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.