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South Carolina CPA License Renewal Deadline 2027

South Carolina CPA license renewal

Individual CPA License
Last verified 2026-09-23
Next renewal date
February 1, 2027Annual renewal. Per the SC Board of Accountancy (LLR)'s official FAQ: the deadline for CPA license renewal is February 1 at 11:59pm; not renewed by February 15 11:59pm is considered lapsed, requiring reinstatement. Renewal notices emailed mid-November. SCOPED TO CPA ONLY: the FAQ discusses only 'CPA' licenses -- whether the identical dates apply to PA (Public Accountant) or AP (Accounting Practitioner) categories is not stated on this page and is not asserted here.
S.C. Code Ann. § 40-2-20(28) (defines 'Renewal due date' as February first); § 40-2-250(A)
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Firm Registration (In-State/Out-of-State CPA Firm)
Last verified 2026-09-23
Next renewal date
February 1, 2027Same annual, fixed February 1 (11:59pm) deadline as individual CPA licenses -- 'The deadline for firm registration renewal is February 1 at 11:59 pm. If a firm registration is not renewed by February 15 at 11:59 pm, it is considered lapsed.'
S.C. Code Ann. § 40-2-20(28)-(29) (defined renewal/lapse dates); § 40-2-255(A)
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Last verified: 2026-09-23 · checked against the state's codified statute or administrative rule, not just a board webpage — if we can't verify a date against primary law, we say so instead of guessing (see how we verify every deadline). Always confirm with the official state board before relying on this date. License requirements and deadlines can change.

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Renewal fee: $95. Annual CPA/AP/PA renewal fee is $95 for individuals (firm renewal is separately $60), per LLR's official fee schedule. read the rule →

CPE required: 40 hours every 1 year (2 ethics hours). Full CPE requirements →

What does it cost to reinstate a lapsed South Carolina license? →

Read the full South Carolina CPA renewal guide →

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Frequently asked questions

How does South Carolina's CPA license renewal cycle work?

Annual renewal. Per the SC Board of Accountancy (LLR)'s official FAQ: the deadline for CPA license renewal is February 1 at 11:59pm; not renewed by February 15 11:59pm is considered lapsed, requiring reinstatement. Renewal notices emailed mid-November. SCOPED TO CPA ONLY: the FAQ discusses only 'CPA' licenses -- whether the identical dates apply to PA (Public Accountant) or AP (Accounting Practitioner) categories is not stated on this page and is not asserted here.

How much does it cost to renew a CPA license in South Carolina?

$95. Annual CPA/AP/PA renewal fee is $95 for individuals (firm renewal is separately $60), per LLR's official fee schedule.

Does South Carolina require CPE hours to renew a CPA license?

Yes -- South Carolina requires 40 hours of CPE every 1 year. That includes 2 ethics hours. See the full South Carolina CPE requirements page for the exact citation.

What does it cost to reinstate a lapsed South Carolina CPA license?

$500. $500 codified reinstatement fee (S.C. Code Ann. § 40-2-250(F)), paid in addition to the standard $95 annual renewal fee the board lists on its FAQ -- $595 total out-of-pocket.

Does a CPA firm need to register separately in South Carolina?

Yes -- South Carolina has its own firm-level registration or permit requirement, separate from an individual CPA's license renewal. See the full South Carolina firm renewal page for the exact cycle and citation.

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