Washington
Certified Public Accountant CE & renewal requirements in Washington (2026)
120 CPE per renewal, on a 36-month renewal cycle with Washington State Board of Accountancy.
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Renewal cycle
36months
Triennial; renewal window is Jan 1 - Apr 30 every 3 years, with all CPE due by Dec 31 of the prior year
CPE
120
120 CPE per renewal — 120 CPE hours per 3-year reporting period, min 20 hours each year, including 4 hours from a Washington State Board-approved ethics/regulations course; non-technical CPE capped at 60 hours/period
- Ethics & Regulations (WA Board-approved)
Administering boardWashington State Board of Accountancy
Verified against acb.wa.gov · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Washington State Board of Accountancy
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- How often do cpas renew their license in Washington?
- Triennial; renewal window is Jan 1 - Apr 30 every 3 years, with all CPE due by Dec 31 of the prior year
- How many CPE do I need in Washington?
- 120 CPE per renewal. 120 CPE hours per 3-year reporting period, min 20 hours each year, including 4 hours from a Washington State Board-approved ethics/regulations course; non-technical CPE capped at 60 hours/period
- Where do I renew my Certified Public Accountant license in Washington?
- Through Washington State Board of Accountancy. 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.