License Status Explanations

RETIRED STATUS

General Information:

The retired status is a way to recognize years of service to your peers and the people of Florida as a CPA. This status is intended for use at the true end of your professional career. As a retired CPA you are still able to share your knowledge and expertise with the public if you wish.

While in a retired status, a licensee may:

• Serve, without compensation, on a board of directors or board of trustees.
• Provide volunteer tax services.
• Participate in a government-sponsored business mentoring program.
• Act in an advisory role, for a similar charitable, civic, or other non-profit organization.

They may not:

• Conduct any activity defined in Section 473.302(8), F.S., F.S. that is not permitted in Section 473.313 (2) (a) F.S.,
• Reenter the workforce in a position that has an association with accounting or any of the services described in Section 473.302(8), F.S.
• May not offer or render professional services that require her or his signature and the use of the CPA title.

Although in a retired status, licensees are still expected to conduct themselves in accordance with Florida statutes and rules.  However, retired CPAs are not required to complete continuing professional education or renew their retired license status.

Application Requirements:

• Aged 65 years or older.
• Hold a current, active, or current, inactive license.
• Have no pending discipline or are the Subject of an ongoing investigation.
• Complete and submit DBPR CPA Form 16

The Division is currently working on implementing the law that went into effect on July 1, 2024. A notice will be sent to all licensees when they may apply for the status.