The renewal cycle for Enrolled Agent renewals opened on November 1, 2024, and will remain open until January 31, 2025.  The current renewal cycle is for all Enrolled Agents with Social Security Numbers ending in 0, 1, 2, or 3.

Enrolled Agents (EAs) must actively maintain their status through timely renewals and fulfilling continuing education requirements.  The renewal cycle operates on a triennial basis tied to the last digit of the EA’s Social Security Number, requiring 72 hours of IRS-approved continuing education during each cycle, with at least 16 hours completed annually.  This coursework includes two hours of ethics per year.

To ensure uninterrupted practice, EAs should renew promptly during the designated enrollment period (November 1 to January 31).  Failure to renew on time leads to lapsed status, barring EAs from representing taxpayers.  The IRS also highlights the importance of keeping personal contact details current to receive timely renewal reminders and updates.

EAs should monitor the IRS’s guidance for any changes or updates in renewal procedures to remain compliant.  Ensuring a proactive approach toward education credits and renewal submissions helps agents maintain their ability to represent clients effectively. For comprehensive details, EAs can visit the IRS's Enrolled Agent Renewal page and the IRS's Enrolled Agent Renewal Reminders List page.