Montana
Certified Public Accountant CE & renewal requirements in Montana (2026)
120 CPE per renewal, on a 36-month renewal cycle with Montana Board of Public Accountants.
Renewal cycle
Every 36 months
Rolling 3-year CPE period; annual renewal required by December 31 each year regardless of CPE cycle
Continuing education
120 CPE per renewal
120 CPE hours per rolling 3-year period, with a subset of 2 hours in ethics; the board's own FAQ confirms the 120-hour/2-hour-ethics figures
- Ethics
Source: Montana Board of Public Accountants · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Montana Board of Public Accountants
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- How often do cpas renew their license in Montana?
- Rolling 3-year CPE period; annual renewal required by December 31 each year regardless of CPE cycle
- How many CPE do I need in Montana?
- 120 CPE per renewal. 120 CPE hours per rolling 3-year period, with a subset of 2 hours in ethics; the board's own FAQ confirms the 120-hour/2-hour-ethics figures
- Where do I renew my Certified Public Accountant license in Montana?
- Through Montana Board of 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.