Virginia Accounting (CPA) CE audits & penalties
What happens if a certified public accountant misses CE requirements in Virginia, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.
Late CPE filing/reporting carries a late fee of $25 (up to 4 months late), $50 (4-6 months late), or $75 (more than 6 months late) under 18 VAC 5-22-20. Unrenewed licenses expire July 1; reinstatement costs $350 and requires 120 hours of CPE.Verify with board
How compliance is checked
No audit process appears in the available data. Keep your certificates regardless — boards can request proof of completion at renewal or during an investigation.
Official source: Virginia Town Hall - Board of Accountancy fee/renewal regulation text (official)
Related
- Full requirements: Virginia Accounting (CPA) CE requirements
- When it's due: Virginia Accounting (CPA) license renewal deadline
- Know what counts: Virginia Accounting (CPA) CE category requirements
- What it costs: Virginia Accounting (CPA) license renewal fees
⚠️Don't learn this the hard way. Penalties are set by the board and can change — verify against the official source before relying on this summary.
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