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).

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Renewal cycle

12months

Annual; licenses expire September 30 each year

CPE

40

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)

Verified against maine.gov · Verified July 5, 2026

Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Maine Board of Accountancy (OPOR)

Frequently asked questions

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 — RenewBird 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.