Virginia
Certified Public Accountant CE & renewal requirements in Virginia (2026)
120 CPE per renewal, on a 12-month renewal cycle with Virginia Board of Accountancy.
Renewal cycle
Every 12 months
License renews annually (fee due June 30), but CPE compliance is measured on a rolling 3-calendar-year window
Continuing education
120 CPE per renewal
120 CPE hours over the rolling 3-year period, min 20 hours every calendar year, including 2 hours VBOA-approved ethics annually; CPAs providing attest/compilation/financial statement prep need 8 hours related coursework
- Ethics (VBOA-approved, annual)
- Attest/Compilation/Financial Statement Prep (if applicable)
Source: Virginia Board of Accountancy · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Virginia Board of Accountancy
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- How often do cpas renew their license in Virginia?
- License renews annually (fee due June 30), but CPE compliance is measured on a rolling 3-calendar-year window
- How many CPE do I need in Virginia?
- 120 CPE per renewal. 120 CPE hours over the rolling 3-year period, min 20 hours every calendar year, including 2 hours VBOA-approved ethics annually; CPAs providing attest/compilation/financial statement prep need 8 hours related coursework
- Where do I renew my Certified Public Accountant license in Virginia?
- Through Virginia Board of Accountancy. 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.