Certified Public Accountants (CPA)

Exam

Third-party exam

Education

Degree

Experience

Experience

Background check

Not reported

The Board shall issue an original certificate to an applicant who demonstrates that he or she: has met the education, examination and experience requirements; has submitted an application on a form prescribed by the Board; is trustworthy and of good moral character; has paid the appropriate fee prescribed by the Board; and has submitted a state and national criminal history record check Related Information Forms & Documents Online CPA Renewal Instructions270 KB Online Individual Authorization Renewal Instructions217 KB Application for Initial Certificate/LicenseElectronic, fillable CPA license application for a WV Exam Candidate who has met the requirements for certification or an out-of-state candidate who is transferring exam scores to West Virginia and has met all WV certification requirements. Complete by typing your information into the form; then print, sign and mail to the Board office with appropriate fee.246 KB Online CPA-Inactive Renewal Instructions288 KB Experience Verification FormPrint and present to a currently licensed Certified Public Accountant who is familiar with your experience for completion.82 KB Certificate Order FormPrint and present to a currently licensed Certified Public Accountant for completion.82 KB Links Licensure Policies: For a review of current licensure policies adopted by the Board.Criminal History Record Check Information: For a review of current licensure policies adopted by the Board. Resources Updated: 9/13/2019 9:13:19 AM Page Updated: 4/29/2021 7:46:42 AM