Mandatory documents that must be submitted
Allow 60 days for your file to be processed.
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2 pieces of identification
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You must submit two pieces of identification issued by competent authorities.
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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.
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University transcript(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.
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List of prerequisite courses
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The list of qualifying (refresher) courses must be duly completed and signed by the competent person at the university.
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MIFI or WES evaluation
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Professionals trained outside Canada must first have their training assessed by the ministère de l'Immigration, de la Francisation et l'Intégration (MIFI) or the World Education Services (WES).
The Order can provide you with a letter that you can send to the MIFI in order to expedite the evaluation process. Ask for this letter at equivalence@cpaquebec.ca.
Improving your file
Cover letter
Send us a letter of no more than 1,000 words that explains your interest in and motivation for becoming a CPA in Quebec.Curriculum Vitae
Send us your résumé to tell us more about your accounting education and professional experience.Membership in an accounting body
If applicable, send us a proof of membership in an accounting body.
Fees charged
Fees charged
A $57.49 fee will be charged to file your application.
$287.44 to $557.63 in additional fees may be charged depending on your file.
Eligibility for the Professional Education Program
Eligibility for the Professional Education Program
Upon successful completion of your prerequisite courses, your cumulative grade point average will be used to determine your eligibility for the Professional Education Program (PEP), which leads to the CPA designation.
Note that the Order requires a cumulative grade point average of 2.8/4.3 for admission to the PEP, but universities may have additional requirements.
