You can renew your CPA PRC ID online through the PRC's LERIS portal (online.prc.gov.ph): create or log in to your account, select Renewal, book an appointment at your chosen PRC office, pay the ₱450 fee, then claim your new card on your appointment date with your CPD certificates (or signed CPD undertaking) and a valid ID. This guide walks through every step, plus the photo and document specs people most often get wrong.
Need the bigger picture first? This is the how-to. For fees, the birth-month rule, and the CPD requirement, see our main guide on CPA license renewal and CPD.
Before you start: what you'll need
- A LERIS account at online.prc.gov.ph (the same system used for exams and registration).
- Your PRC license number and personal details matching your records.
- A digital 2×2 ID photo — JPG format (max ~2MB), plain white background, taken within the last 6 months, with collared attire and sleeves, ears visible, and no eyeglasses (follow the on-screen specs).
- A valid government ID (passport, UMID, driver's license, voter's ID, SSS ID) matching your PRC registration details.
- Your CPD certificates — or a signed CPD undertaking if you can't complete units yet (accepted until December 31, 2026). You present these when you claim, not during online booking.
- A way to pay online (card, e-wallet, or over-the-counter via the portal's payment partners).
Step-by-step: renewing via LERIS
Step 1 — Log in (or register)
Go to online.prc.gov.ph and sign in. If you don't have an account yet, register first and verify your email. Make sure your profile details match your PRC records exactly.
Step 2 — Update your information
Once logged in, review and update your personal information if anything has changed (name, address, contact). Upload your 2×2 photo if prompted, following the format requirements.
Step 3 — Select the renewal transaction
Click Select Transaction → Renewal. Enter your profession (Certified Public Accountant) and your PRC license number.
Step 4 — Choose your PRC office and appointment
Select the PRC office where you want to claim your new PIC, then book an appointment date. Note: PRC renewal is by appointment — no walk-ins. Slots fill up, so book early, especially near your birth month.
Step 5 — Pay the fee
Pay the ₱450 three-year renewal fee through the portal's payment options. A ₱30 surcharge applies if you renew more than 20 days after your birth month. Save the payment confirmation / reference number.
Step 6 — Claim your new PRC ID
On your appointment date, go to your chosen PRC office and bring:
- Your payment confirmation,
- A valid ID, and
- Your CPD certificates (or signed CPD undertaking).
Present your CPD documents to complete the renewal and receive your new card. Some offices also offer delivery instead of pickup — check the option in LERIS.
Photo and document specs people get wrong
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Photo format | JPG |
| Background | Plain white |
| Attire | Decent, with a collar |
| Photo size | 2×2 (passport-style), recent |
| Valid ID | Must match your PRC registration name/details |
A mismatched name (e.g., maiden vs married name not yet updated) is the most common reason renewals get delayed — update your records before booking if needed.
Don't forget the CPD step
Renewing online handles the administrative side. You still need to satisfy CPD to actually claim your card. You have two options:
- Present CPD certificates for your earned units, or
- Sign a CPD undertaking — a commitment to complete your units in the next compliance period, currently accepted until December 31, 2026.
Not sure how many units you need? Read CPD units for CPAs explained, and confirm the current requirement on the PRC website — the reduced transition figure has changed across advisories.
Tips to avoid delays
- Renew during your birth month to skip the ₱30 surcharge.
- Book your appointment early — slots near birth months and year-end (with the undertaking deadline) get crowded.
- Have your photo and ID ready in the right format before you start, so you don't get stuck mid-application.
- Keep digital copies of your payment confirmation and CPD certificates.
The bottom line
Renewing your CPA PRC ID online is a six-step LERIS process: log in, update info, select renewal, book an appointment, pay ₱450, and claim with your CPD documents. The online part is quick — just make sure your photo, ID, and CPD certificates (or undertaking) are ready before you start.
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Procedures and fees reflect PRC rules as of June 2026 and may change. Always confirm current steps, fees, and requirements at prc.gov.ph and on the LERIS portal before renewing.