How Much Does the SIE Exam Cost?

💰 How Much Does the SIE Exam Cost?

The Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam is the entry-level FINRA exam required for anyone looking to begin a career in the securities industry. It’s often the first step toward becoming a registered representative, and one of the most common questions from prospective candidates is: How much does the SIE exam cost?

Here’s a full breakdown of the exam fee, what’s included, and additional costs to consider.

💵 SIE Exam Cost (2025)

• Official Exam Fee: $80 USD
• Payable To: FINRA at the time of registration
• ✅ This fee is non-refundable and covers one testing attempt

🧾 What the Fee Covers

• 1 exam attempt (within a 120-day enrollment window)
• Online scheduling through Prometric
• Option to test at a Prometric center or via remote proctoring
• Immediate exam results upon completion

🧠 Additional Costs to Expect (Optional but Recommended)

💡 Some providers bundle these into all-in-one study packages for efficiency and savings.

💼 Who Pays for the SIE?

• Individuals not affiliated with a FINRA firm: You must pay the fee yourself at FINRA’s SIE enrollment page.
• Firm-sponsored candidates: If your firm sponsors your licensing, they may cover the cost directly by submitting Form U4 and funding it via their FINRA Flex-Funding Account.

🔁 What If You Need to Retake the SIE?

• You must pay the $80 fee again for each retake
• 30-day wait required after the first and second failures
• 180-day wait after the third failed attempt

🚀 Final Summary

👉 Start Your SIE Registration

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