📝 How to Register for the SIE Exam with FINRA

The Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam is the first step for anyone looking to begin a career in the U.S. securities industry. Administered by FINRA, the SIE is open to all individuals — no sponsorship required — and tests core concepts such as product types, risks, regulatory structure, and ethics.

This guide walks you through the registration process step by step, so you can schedule your exam with confidence.

✅ Step-by-Step: How to Register for the SIE Exam

1. Create a FINRA Account on FINRA.org

• Visit the FINRA SIE Registration Page
• Click Enroll Now under the SIE section
• You’ll be redirected to FINRA’s Test Enrollment Services System (TESS)
• Create an account with your personal details and a valid email

2. Submit Your SIE Exam Enrollment Form (Form U10)

• Fill out Form U10 online (for individuals not sponsored by a firm)
• Provide your legal name, address, SSN (or passport for international candidates), and background disclosures
• Confirm identity and consent to FINRA policies

3. Pay the Exam Fee

• 💵 Cost: $80 (as of 2025)
• Payment is made online through TESS by credit or debit card

4. Schedule Your Exam with Prometric

• After your enrollment is approved, FINRA sends you a CRD ID and eligibility confirmation
• You’ll receive instructions to schedule your exam through Prometric
• Choose either:
  • 🏢 In-person testing at a Prometric center
  • 🖥️ Remote testing (online proctoring from home)

5. Prepare for Exam Day

• 📅 You’ll have 120 days from enrollment to take the exam
• Review your appointment details via Prometric
• Bring a valid government-issued photo ID
• Arrive early or log in 30 minutes before remote testing

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📥 Ready to Register and Start Studying?

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