Assurance services
For an applicant seeking authorisation within the assurance category, subject to the applicable competence and approval requirements.
Professional practice
Apply for an ICPAS practising certificate.
A practising certificate supports appropriate professional oversight of eligible CPA Somaliland members who provide accounting, assurance or related services to the public.
Certificate scope
Select the category relevant to your proposed services.
The current application distinguishes three practising-certificate categories. Applicants should follow the category definitions and conditions stated in the official application and approval documents.
Non-assurance services
For eligible public-practice services outside the assurance category, subject to the relevant scope and conditions.
Comprehensive certificate
For the broader category identified in the ICPAS application, subject to all applicable requirements and limitations.
Eligibility
Core requirements for an application.
Meeting the listed criteria allows an application to be assessed; it does not guarantee approval.
Applicants must:
- Provide proof of citizenship, such as a National ID or passport
- Hold a valid and current ICPAS CPA Membership Certificate
- Be a member in good standing with no pending dues or disciplinary actions
- Have at least two years of accounting and audit experience at supervisory level or above
- Provide a valid Certificate of Good Conduct from CID Somaliland or an accepted equivalent
New applications should include:
- ICPAS CPA Membership Certificate
- National ID or passport
- Certificate of Good Conduct
- Reference letters or other evidence supporting the required work experience
Renewal applications
Prepare the renewal evidence.
The current application identifies two documents for renewal. Any additional CPD, practice or quality-assurance requirements stated by ICPAS also apply.
Current renewal documents
- A scanned copy of the applicant’s Letter of Good Standing
- Proof of payment of the applicable renewal fee
Check before submission
- Membership and contact details are current
- The correct certificate category is selected
- Documents are legible and complete
- Any conditions communicated in the prior certificate have been addressed
Application process
Four stages to a complete application.
ICPAS may request additional information or evidence during the review.
Choose category
Identify the certificate category appropriate to the professional services proposed.
Prepare documents
Collect the applicable identity, membership, conduct, experience and payment evidence.
Submit
Complete the official application accurately and upload clear supporting documents.
Assessment
Respond to any request for clarification and await the formal ICPAS decision.
Frequently asked questions
Key practising-certificate questions.
The official application, applicable rules and formal approval letter take precedence over this summary.
01Is ICPAS membership required?
Yes. The current eligibility requirements specify a valid and current ICPAS CPA Membership Certificate.
02How much experience is required?
The current page requires at least two years of accounting and audit experience in a supervisory role or above.
03Does submitting an application authorise me to practise?
No. Authorisation follows only after ICPAS has approved the application and issued the applicable practising certificate.
04What is needed for a renewal?
The current page lists a Letter of Good Standing and proof of payment. Follow any additional renewal requirements stated by ICPAS.
05Can the public verify a practising certificate?
Eligible records can be checked through the ICPAS verification service, subject to the records available in the portal.
Prepare a complete practising-certificate application.
Review the criteria and supporting documents before opening the form.
Professional practice
Apply for an ICPAS practising certificate.
A practising certificate supports appropriate professional oversight of eligible CPA Somaliland members who provide accounting, assurance or related services to the public.
Certificate scope
Select the category relevant to your proposed services.
The current application distinguishes three practising-certificate categories. Applicants should follow the category definitions and conditions stated in the official application and approval documents.
Assurance services
For an applicant seeking authorisation within the assurance category, subject to the applicable competence and approval requirements.
Non-assurance services
For eligible public-practice services outside the assurance category, subject to the relevant scope and conditions.
Comprehensive certificate
For the broader category identified in the ICPAS application, subject to all applicable requirements and limitations.
Eligibility
Core requirements for an application.
Meeting the listed criteria allows an application to be assessed; it does not guarantee approval.
Applicants must:
- Provide proof of citizenship, such as a National ID or passport
- Hold a valid and current ICPAS CPA Membership Certificate
- Be a member in good standing with no pending dues or disciplinary actions
- Have at least two years of accounting and audit experience at supervisory level or above
- Provide a valid Certificate of Good Conduct from CID Somaliland or an accepted equivalent
New applications should include:
- ICPAS CPA Membership Certificate
- National ID or passport
- Certificate of Good Conduct
- Reference letters or other evidence supporting the required work experience
Renewal applications
Prepare the renewal evidence.
The current application identifies two documents for renewal. Any additional CPD, practice or quality-assurance requirements stated by ICPAS also apply.
Current renewal documents
- A scanned copy of the applicant’s Letter of Good Standing
- Proof of payment of the applicable renewal fee
Check before submission
- Membership and contact details are current
- The correct certificate category is selected
- Documents are legible and complete
- Any conditions communicated in the prior certificate have been addressed
Application process
Four stages to a complete application.
ICPAS may request additional information or evidence during the review.
Choose category
Identify the certificate category appropriate to the professional services proposed.
Prepare documents
Collect the applicable identity, membership, conduct, experience and payment evidence.
Submit
Complete the official application accurately and upload clear supporting documents.
Assessment
Respond to any request for clarification and await the formal ICPAS decision.
Frequently asked questions
Key practising-certificate questions.
The official application, applicable rules and formal approval letter take precedence over this summary.
01Is ICPAS membership required?
Yes. The current eligibility requirements specify a valid and current ICPAS CPA Membership Certificate.
02How much experience is required?
The current page requires at least two years of accounting and audit experience in a supervisory role or above.
03Does submitting an application authorise me to practise?
No. Authorisation follows only after ICPAS has approved the application and issued the applicable practising certificate.
04What is needed for a renewal?
The current page lists a Letter of Good Standing and proof of payment. Follow any additional renewal requirements stated by ICPAS.
05Can the public verify a practising certificate?
Eligible records can be checked through the ICPAS verification service, subject to the records available in the portal.
Prepare a complete practising-certificate application.
Review the criteria and supporting documents before opening the form.