New Mexico
Certified Public Accountant CE & renewal requirements in New Mexico (2026)
120 CPE per renewal, on a 36-month renewal cycle with New Mexico Public Accountancy Board.
Renewal cycle
Every 36 months
Rolling 3-year cycle keyed to birth month; renewal fee/CPE report due annually by the last day of the birth month
Continuing education
120 CPE per renewal
120 CPE hours per rolling 3-year cycle, min 20 hrs each 12-month period, including 4 hours ethics; at least 96 of 120 hours must be technical credit; at least 24 hours sponsored by an organization other than the licensee's own firm
- Ethics (4 hrs/3-yr)
- Technical subjects (96 of 120 hrs)
Source: New Mexico Public Accountancy Board · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit New Mexico Public Accountancy Board
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- How often do cpas renew their license in New Mexico?
- Rolling 3-year cycle keyed to birth month; renewal fee/CPE report due annually by the last day of the birth month
- How many CPE do I need in New Mexico?
- 120 CPE per renewal. 120 CPE hours per rolling 3-year cycle, min 20 hrs each 12-month period, including 4 hours ethics; at least 96 of 120 hours must be technical credit; at least 24 hours sponsored by an organization other than the licensee's own firm
- Where do I renew my Certified Public Accountant license in New Mexico?
- Through New Mexico Public Accountancy Board. 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.