Quebec-France mutual recognition agreement
Mandatory documents that must be submitted
- Make sure that you submit all documents required to review your application.
- Please note that the Order reserves the right to require any additional documents required to review your application, as well as the original production of any required document.
- Allow 60 working days for your file to be processed.
- Make sure that you have a status that authorizes you to study in Quebec.
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2 pieces of identification
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You must submit 2 pieces of identification issued by competent authorities.
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Birth certificate
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You must submit a copy of your birth certificate issued by a competent authority.
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University degree(s)
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You must submit all your university degrees.
Documents that are not written in French or English must be translated by a certified translator. -
University transcripts(s)
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You must submit all your university transcripts.
Documents that are not written in French or English must be translated by a certified translator. -
Quebec-France MRA forms
Fees charged
Fees charged
Registration with the Order and annual dues
If the review of your file reveals that you are eligible, you will need to fill out the registration form and send it to us at equivalence@cpaquebec.ca.
A $633.51 fee will be charged to register you as a candidate for the CPA profession and a $443.80 fee will be charged for your annual dues.
Required training
You will have to complete these complementary courses before obtaining your CPA designation.
You have a maximum of 3 years to complete them.
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CPA
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CPA Canada’s CPARE Professional Development Program (webinar)
The goal is to bridge the differences in current business law and tax legislation in Canada.
20 hours
$942.80
Registration on request at equivalence@cpaquebec.ca
Atelier pratique – Résolution de dilemmes éthiques
The goal is to bridge the differences between the rules of ethics in Quebec and France.
7 hours
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CPA auditor
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Holders of this designation may practice public accounting, which includes, among other things, activities related to audit engagements and review engagements.
CPA Canada’s CPARE Professional Development Program (webinar)
The goal is to bridge the differences in current business law and tax legislation in Canada.
20 hours
$942.80
Registration on request at equivalence@cpaquebec.ca
Atelier pratique – Résolution de dilemmes éthiques
The goal is to bridge the differences between rules of ethics in Quebec and France.
7 hours
Register online
Additional trainingOption 1 (2 courses)
1- Audit Engagements - Review of Fundamental Concepts (registration on request at equivalence@cpaquebec.ca)
2- ASPE – Review of the standards
30.5 hours
Cost varies depending on the training
Option 2 (3 courses)
1- Audit Engagements – Review of the standards (registration on request at equivalence@cpaquebec.ca)
2- ASPE – Update
3- NCECF – Présentation des états financiers et informations à fournir – Avancé
27 hours
Cost varies depending on the training
Permit application
After your permit has been issued, you will receive a letter formalizing your membership in the Order.
Mandatory form
Frequently Asked Questions
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Do I need to have my work permit to start the process?
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No. It is not necessary to have a work permit to start the process with the Order. However, we recommend that anyone who wishes to study or work in Quebec refer to the competent authorities to ensure that they comply with the laws and regulations in force.
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Do I need to have my comparative assessment from the Ministère de l’Immigration, de la Francisation et de l'Intégration to submit my application?
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No. For an application based on a mutual recognition agreements or a reciprocity agreement, as in the case of the Queébec-France MRA, you may apply directly to open a temporary file by submitting all the mandatory documents.
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Is English necessary to practice in Quebec?
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Knowledge of English is not required to practice in Quebec, although fluency in English can be an asset in the labour market.
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Does Quebec have its own specific accounting terminology that must be to used?
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Although accounting terminology is gradually becoming standardized around the world, some terms may be different in Quebec. The biggest difference is in public accounting, which refers to the expertise required to perform public accounting (audits). You will find all the details in the "Useful resources" section.
