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New Mexico CPA CPE Requirements

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New Mexico CPA CPE Requirements Overview

CPE Requirements
120 hours every 3 years, with a minimum of 20 hours per year.
License Renewal Period
Last day of the license holder's birth month annually.
CPE Reporting Cycle
Begins on the first day of the month after your birth month and ends on the last day of your birth month the following year.
Ethics Requirement
Four (4) hours in every 3-year renewal period. Click here to view our course.
Carry Over Credits
New Mexico CPA cannot carry forward credits in the next reporting cycle.

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Simplifying Regulations for 2024

CPE Requirements120 hours every 3 years, with a minimum of 20 hours per year.
Initial CPE HoursNo CPE is required for the period between issue date and first expiration date.
Ethics RequirementFour (4) hours Ethics in every 3-year renewal period. Click here to view our course.
Content Requirement
  • Minimum 96 hours of technical learning activities. 
  • Non-firm or employer sponsored coursework must be atleast 24 hours.
Subject AreasYou can find detailed FOS on this link.
Learning Modes
100% of the total CPE that you earn in one continuing education year can be in self-study.
Eligible Learning Activities
Eligible learning activities include self-study courses, live webinars, and technical or professional accounting meetings, instructor (Max 60 hours), while nano learning (short videos) (max 8 hours) University and college courses also qualify and more.
CPE Deadline
Last day of the birth month annually.
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Reporting
Begins on the first day of the month after your birth month and ends on the last day of your birth month three years later.
License Renewal
Last day of the birth month annually, if failed to renew by this date then CPA will be required to pay late renewal fees of $ 100. View more
Carry Forward
Carry forward of credits is not allowed.
Record Retention
Maintain records of completed CPE credits for 5 years as they may be subject to audit by the state board.
Renewal Fees
The renewal fee for New Mexico CPAs is $130.

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Contact Information for the New Mexico State Board of Public Accountancy

The New Mexico Public Accountancy Board 
5500 San Antonio Dr. NE, Suite A 
Albuquerque, NM  87109 
(505) 222-9850 
(505) 222-9845  
Email: accountancy.board@rld.nm.gov
Website: New Mexico Board of Accountancy 

Disclaimer: We regularly update our website to ensure the information regarding New Mexico CPE requirements is current and accurate. However, for your complete understanding and to ensure compliance, we strongly advise you to visit the official state requirement page for the most up-to-date and definitive information.

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Frequently Asked Questions

New Mexico CPAs are required to complete 120 hours of CPE every 3 years, with a minimum of 20 hours per year.

No CPE is required between the issue date and the first expiration date.

New Mexico CPAs must complete 4 hours of Ethics during every 3-year renewal period, Click here to view our course. 

Yes, CPAs must complete a minimum of 96 hours of technical learning activities, and non-firm or employer-sponsored coursework must include at least 24 hours.

You can find detailed fields of study (FOS) here.

New Mexico CPAs can earn 100% of their CPE credits through self-study, provided the courses are from approved providers.

Eligible activities include self-study courses, live webinars, technical or professional accounting meetings, instructing (max 60 hours), nano-learning (max 8 hours), and university/college courses and more.

CPE credits must be completed by the last day of the birth month annually.

Our Fast Track New Mexico CPE packages are expertly curated bundles that meet New Mexico CPAs' exact continuing education requirements. Save time selecting individual courses by choosing our comprehensive packages.

CPE reporting begins on the first day of the month after your birth month and ends on the last day of your birth month three years later.

New Mexico CPAs must renew their license by the last day of their birth month annually. Late renewals incur a $100 penalty.

No, carry forward of CPE credits is not allowed.

New Mexico CPAs must retain CPE records for 5 years, as they may be subject to audit by the state board.

The renewal fee for New Mexico CPAs is $130.

Here is a link to the state board website where you can access FAQs on CPE requirements and regulations for New Mexico CPAs.

Yes, New Mexico Board of Public Accountancy accepts courses if the provider is approved by NASBA. As a NASBA-approved provider (143597), our courses are aligned with New Mexico CPE regulations. You can refer to the "QUALIFIES FOR" section on each course page to check eligibility.