CFP® Certification Reinstatement FAQs

Can I Get an Extension on My CFP® Certification Reinstatement?

A one-time extension of one-month may be available upon request. Contact CFP Board toll-free at 800-487-1497 (8:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. ET, Monday-Friday) for more information.

Do I Have to Re-Take the CFP® Exam if My Certification Was Relinquished?

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If your certification has been relinquished for 5 years or more, you will be required to re-take and pass the CFP® Exam as part of your reinstatement process.

How Do I Relinquish My CFP® Certification?

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Contact us via email or call 800-487-1497 for a voluntary relinquishment form and email the completed form back to us.

I Reinstated My CFP® Certification, Why Do I Still Have to Pay a Renewal Fee?

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The CFP® renewal and reinstatement fee are two separate fees that must both be paid to reinstate lapsed CFP® marks.