Readmission
Resuming your membership
We’d love to welcome you back to the CPA Australia community so you can benefit from the recent improvements we’ve made to our products and services. When you’re ready, simply complete an online application form to resume your membership.
Your guide to readmission
We know members have different reasons for pausing their journey with CPA Australia. Whether you’ve taken a year off, or a decade - or somewhere in between - we’ll work with you to streamline your return to membership.
Application assessment
We assess each readmission application against current entry requirements, in accordance with our By-Laws. If you left membership in the past five years, it’s likely you’ll be able to return with the same designation, though each application is assessed individually.
If you left membership more than five years ago, you may need to provide extra documentation, or, in some cases, complete additional study. Any additional requirements will be outlined during the readmission process. We encourage you to contact us if you would like to discuss your individual circumstances.
Processing your application
Please allow up to 15 business days to process your submitted application. If you left membership more than five years ago, or if you don’t immediately satisfy the criteria for readmission, it may take longer. If your documentation is incomplete, or we need additional documentation, this could also delay your verification time. You can review our supporting documents guide if you’re unsure about how to supply this essential information.
Why rejoin CPA Australia?
In addition to helping you advance your career, being a member of CPA Australia demonstrates your ongoing commitment to professional standards and continuous development. We support this pursuit for lifelong learning by providing access to flexible online courses, powerful advocacy, inspiring thought leadership, and valuable networking opportunities.
By resuming your membership, you'll have the opportunity to explore our new and expanded initiatives, including:
Professional development for an evolving market
We continue to grow our range of professional development opportunities, with a focus on data and digital, AI, ESG and other in-demand skills. Our flexible learning formats include short-form micro-credentialed courses, workshops, webinars, podcasts and online learning modules, so you can learn new skills and boost your employability anytime, anywhere.
Complimentary CPD and events
Members of CPA Australia continue to have access to a range of complimentary CPD activities to stay up-to-date with industry developments. Our broad suite of free online courses, podcasts, discussion groups and webinars can help you meet your CPD requirements, while also teaching you new skills to apply to your day-to-day work.
A growing community of peers and collaborators
The CPA Australia community continues to grow, connecting members in diverse roles and industries and initiating global opportunities. Connect with fellow members at a local or international event, or via our secure online platform, CPA Member Connect. You can also take advantage of our expanding Mentoring Program, to propel your own career, or shape the path of a future business leader.
Global mobility and networking
We are proud to be one of the world's largest accounting bodies, with a global footprint that spans Australia, Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, Fiji, Indonesia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, the United Kingdom, the UAE and Vietnam. Resume your membership to take advantage of the true global mobility of the CPA designation.
Apply for readmission
Complete an online application to rejoin CPA Australia
Returning to membership
If you submit your readmission application between 1 January and 15 October, the below fees will apply. You will then be invited to renew for the following year. If you submit your application between 15 October and 31 December, the fee for next year’s membership will be included in your readmission fees. All fees are applicable at the time of application. Readmission cannot be guaranteed until your application has been assessed.
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If there are other fees or charges outstanding you will be advised as part of the readmission process. |
If there are other fees or charges outstanding you will be advised as part of the readmission process. |
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Associate members with prior CPA Program studies should be aware that individual subjects completed 10 or more years ago will no longer count towards your CPA Program. Other program updates may apply which can only be confirmed when you lodge your application. |
You will need to provide evidence of 20 hours of continuing professional development (CPD), undertaken within the last 12 months. For more information, visit continuing professional development. |
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View your past CPA Program studies. |
If your original admission was based on a Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) with another professional body, you will also need to include a current letter of good standing from this body. |
Membership Join Date
If you are readmitted after a gap of 1 or more membership years, you will receive a new join date when your readmission is complete. The new membership tenure will begin from the day of your approved readmission, and a replacement certificate will be issued to you reflecting the new date.
You may refer to previous periods of membership on your CV, résumé, or professional profiles (e.g., LinkedIn) where it clearly states the dates of your break in membership.
Fees
Application fees apply to all membership applicants.
Membership fees are annual fees that apply to those who may be eligible to become a member of CPA Australia. You cannot complete your application unless these fees are paid, and your supporting documents have been provided.
Applications and membership fees are not refundable, so please take care when you compete your application and check the accuracy of the information that you have provided.
Subject enrolment fees are payable at the time of enrolment.