For CPAs entering continuing professional education hours earned during the correct period (no carryback), updating their address (but not their name or employer), or renewing their Active or Inactive status (during the renewal window each fall), use our convenient Online Renewal.
For other needs, use the fillable PDF forms below.
Important: Be sure to download the PDF form to your device and open it using Adobe Reader, as working on PDF forms in web browsers or using other software may result in lost data on saving or printing.
NOTE: When submitting a PDF form that includes a fee, payment must be by check or money order (no cash, credit card, or bill pay).
Looking to request Retired status or elect Exempt status? See "Request for Change Forms" below.
See also: Renewal FAQs
CPA Renewal
NOTE: If your license has been revoked, see: Reinstatement Application.
*"Inactive" is a license status requiring renewal. It does not mean "expired."
RAP Renewal
➡ Apply for your CPA Certificate Online (both MN and nonMN Candidates)
Temporary Military CPA Certificate
Registered Accounting Practitioner (RAP) Application
For the current CPE/renewal year (when renewing/reporting on time): Use Online Renewal.
For prior CPE/renewal years or when renewing/reporting late: Use the renewal form for that year (for example, to report CPE for July 1, 2023-June 30, 2024, use the 2025 Renewal Form). Do not enter carryback online. Neither late-earned (carryback hours) nor late-reported CPE can be reported through Online Renewal. You will owe CPE fees and a late renewal fee and must mail the appropriate documentation and form to the Board. Consult the renewal form and also the CPE Fee Chart to calculate.
CPE Reporting Form for Status Change to Active
NOTE: The above form is used only during renewal. If you want to change from Inactive or Exempt to Active status mid year (not as of January 1), use Status Change to Active Request Form.
(Note: If inactive seeking active status, do not use this form during renewal window; instead use current year's renewal form to request status change.)
Complaint Form (for filing a complaint with the Board about a CPA, RAP, or Firm)
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