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Board of Public Accountancy

Public Accountancy Licensing

Find information on applying for, renewing, checking, and learning about public accountancy licenses

Licensed CPA practitioners are the only individuals or firms who can issue independent reports of any kind on financial statements of business entities or other organizations in Massachusetts. Licensees also provide services to include but not limited to one or more kinds of management advisory or consulting services, preparing tax returns or providing advice on tax matters.

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How to apply for an initial/reciprocal accountancy license   How to apply for a reciprocal accountancy license  

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Renew Your Accountancy License  Applications and Forms for Accountancy Firms  Online Verification Instructions  Change the Name or Address on Your Professional License  Request a Duplicate of Your Professional License  Instructions for Reinstatement of Expired Accountancy License 

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About the board  Board members  Statutes and regulations  Educators credentials committee  Frequently asked questions  Fees and license renewal schedules for Public Accountancy 
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Additional Resources

The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
National Association of State Boards of Accountancy
Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants
Uniform CPA Examination
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