Maine
Certified Public Accountant CE & renewal requirements in Maine (2026)
40 CPE per renewal, on a 12-month renewal cycle with Maine Board of Accountancy (OPOR).
Renewal cycle
Every 12 months
Annual; licenses expire September 30 each year
Continuing education
40 CPE per renewal
40 CPE hours required each year (due at renewal Sept 30); separately, at least 4 hours of ethics CPE required every 3 years starting from first renewal; up to 20 excess hours/year may carry over (not for ethics)
- Ethics (every 3 years)
Source: Maine Board of Accountancy (OPOR) · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Maine Board of Accountancy (OPOR)
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- How often do cpas renew their license in Maine?
- Annual; licenses expire September 30 each year
- How many CPE do I need in Maine?
- 40 CPE per renewal. 40 CPE hours required each year (due at renewal Sept 30); separately, at least 4 hours of ethics CPE required every 3 years starting from first renewal; up to 20 excess hours/year may carry over (not for ethics)
- Where do I renew my Certified Public Accountant license in Maine?
- Through Maine Board of Accountancy (OPOR). 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.