Membership renewal and fees

When you renew your CPA Australia membership for 2027 and meet the eligibility requirements, you’ll be eligible to receive a complimentary professional development bundle designed to support your career and CPD requirements.

Your professional development bundle will cover ethical decision-making, career development, AI and the effective use of data, with flexible learning and practical resources to help you build your skills and earn 8 CPD hours.

The offer is available to eligible ASA, CPA, FCPA and retired members who renew their 2027 CPA Australia membership by 11.00 am Wednesday 17 February 2027 (AEDT).

No. The professional development bundle is available at no additional cost to eligible members who meet the offer requirements.

The professional development bundle will be delivered progressively throughout 2027.

If you’re eligible, we’ll email you in February or March 2027 with a link and instructions to enrol in your professional development bundle.

Please ensure your email address is correct and up to date, so you receive information about accessing your bundle.

Yes. You’ll need to use the link provided in your email to enrol by 11.59 pm Friday 30 July 2027 (AEST). If you don’t enrol by this date, you’ll forfeit your eligibility for the complimentary offer.

The professional development bundle provides 8 CPD hours, helping you make progress towards meeting your CPD requirements for the year.

Once enrolled, you’ll have access to the content until 11.59 pm Friday 31 December 2027 (AEDT).

If you’re a CPA or FCPA paying the full membership fee, there are a range of reasons you may be eligible for a 50 per cent fee reduction.

Perhaps you’ve been out of the workforce for a substantial period due to unemployment or family care responsibilities, working part-time on significantly reduced hours, or enjoying family time on unpaid parental leave. We understand there are many different circumstances that can impact your ability to work or earn an income.

To apply for a membership fee reduction, please complete our online form prior to paying for your annual membership fee.

Membership fee reductions are granted at the discretion of CPA Australia on a case-by-case basis and expire at the end of the membership year.

The information requested in the online form will help us to understand your individual circumstances and your ability to fully fund your membership renewal for the coming year.

Membership fee reductions are granted based on the evidence provided and evaluation of your recent and current working circumstances. They won’t be granted based on expected impacts in the future.

Your application will require you to provide:

• dates and reason for any period you’ve been away from the workforce in the past 12 months
• details of any employment during the past 12 months, including the number of hours (can be an average) and the type of work (part-time, casual, contract, etc.)
• any other information or supporting documentation that would assist CPA Australia in reaching a decision – for example, a medical certificate.

Members on a reduced membership fee retain all the privileges of general membership and, if selected for a CPD audit, can also apply for a reduction in their CPD requirement.

We offer a retired status for members who are no longer working or are working substantially reduced hours as they transition to retirement.

To be eligible, you must:

• have reached the age of 55 years
• no longer be engaged in full time, gainful employment or business (other than minor part-time activities not exceeding 15 hours per week)
• no longer hold, or be required to hold a Public Practice Certificate or Limited Public Practice Certificate
• no longer hold a specialist certificate.

Retired members maintain all the benefits of general membership at a considerably discounted fee, and enjoy a range of discounts on events throughout the year.

There is no requirement to maintain CPD hours.

You can apply for a transfer to the retired members list at any time throughout the year by completing the online application form.

If you’re nearing retirement, find out how your CPA Australia membership can support you.

31 December 2026. Renew your membership by 16 February 2027 to avoid incurring a late fee. If you don’t renew your membership by 28 April 2027, your membership will lapse and be forfeited.

After you have successfully renewed your membership, you will be directed to My Account where you can view and download your invoice from the ‘My invoices’ tile. Your tax invoice will also be emailed to your nominated email address after you have paid your membership fee. If your renewal payment is made via credit or debit card the invoice will be issued within 48 hours. If you opt for other payment methods, such as direct debit, it will be issued once the payment is successful which can take up to 7 working days.

Annual membership renewal covers your membership from 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2027.

We’ll ask you to confirm your current place of employment and your compliance with your CPD obligations. In addition, members holding a public practice certificate will be asked to confirm their practice ABN, services provided, as well as their compliance with APES and by-laws requirements.

As a professional body, we need to understand where our members work, the range of work they do, and that they comply with their obligations to ensure we effectively monitor and support you. Tailored monitoring and support helps safeguard the profession and maintain public trust. Regulators and parliamentary committees also expect professional bodies to maintain these records, and to accurately report member demographics as part of regular reporting or upon request.

Your details are kept confidential and managed under our Privacy Policy.

Your information will be used to meet CPA Australia’s reporting obligations. Reporting is done on an aggregated basis and individual members’ details are not disclosed.

Your CPA Australia membership supports the accounting profession while giving you access to practical benefits designed to support your career, skills and professional development.

Benefits include:

• Professional development and CPD, including access to more than 300 learning opportunities across areas such as AI, data, leadership, ethics, sustainability, accounting, finance and tax. 
• Career and mentoring support through programs and resources including the Global Mentoring Program, CPA Member Connect and My Capability Plan. 
• Connections with your professional community through networking opportunities, events and member communities.
• Exclusive member savings, including member pricing on learning and partner offers across entertainment, insurance, travel, lifestyle and more. 
• Knowledge and insights, including CPA Australia research, policy updates, expert insights and access to the extensive online CPA Library. 
• A more personalised digital experience through the CPA Australia app, including content based on your interests, location and CPD progress. 
• Professional recognition through your CPA designation and digital badge, backed by a globally recognised professional brand. 
• Your membership also supports CPA Australia’s work to advocate for members and advance the accounting profession. 

Find out more about the value of your membership.

We continue to invest in the resources, representation, professional development and career support available to our global member community. As part of our annual review of membership fees, a fee adjustment will apply for the 2027 membership year. You can view our annual membership fees online. 

Your tax invoice will be emailed to your nominated email address after you have paid your membership fee. If your renewal payment is made via credit or debit card, the invoice will be issued within 48 hours. If you opt for other payment methods, such as direct debit, it will be issued once the payment is successful which can take up to 7 working days. Please check with your bank if the payment has been debited from your bank account.

If payment is unsuccessful, your membership will not be renewed, and you may be asked to reattempt renewal and payment.

If you’re a CPA or FCPA paying the full membership fee, there are a range of reasons you may be eligible for a 50 per cent fee reduction.

Perhaps you’ve been out of the workforce for a substantial period due to unemployment or family care responsibilities, working part-time on significantly reduced hours, or enjoying family time on unpaid parental leave. We understand there are many different circumstances that can impact your ability to work or earn an income.

Find out more about membership fee reduction.

When you achieve 50 years of membership with CPA Australia, or 80 years of age, this is considered a milestone achievement. Should this apply to you, it is our privilege to recognise your eligibility for our long-standing membership category, meaning you’ll no longer be required to pay your annual membership renewal fee moving forward.