What to Bring to the Series 63 Exam

🎒 What to Bring to the Series 63 Exam

Before heading to your Series 63 exam, it’s essential to know exactly what you can and must bring — and what’s prohibited. The exam is administered by Prometric testing centers under strict security protocols, so arriving prepared can save you time, stress, and potential delays.

✅ Required Items

1️⃣ Valid Government-Issued Photo ID

• Must be original (not a photocopy)
• Must be unexpired
• Must show your name exactly as registered

Accepted forms include:

• 🪪 Driver’s license
• 🛂 Passport
• 🪖 Military ID
• 🪪 State-issued ID card

🔐 Your name on the ID must exactly match the name used during exam registration.

🚫 Items You CANNOT Bring into the Testing Room

Prometric testing centers do not allow personal items in the exam room. You’ll be provided with a locker for storage.

Prohibited items include:

• 📱 Cell phones, smartwatches, or electronics
• 🧾 Notes, books, or study materials
• 🧮 Personal calculators (you’ll be given an on-screen one)
• 🥤 Food and drinks
• 🎧 Earbuds or headphones
• 🧥 Jackets and hats (may be inspected or not allowed)

🧾 What’s Provided at the Test Center

• A basic calculator (onscreen)
• Scratch paper and pencil or an erasable whiteboard
• Secure locker for your belongings
• A quiet, monitored environment

⏰ Don’t Forget

• Arrive 30 minutes early for check-in
• You’ll undergo a security screening, including ID check, photo, and palm vein scan
• Late arrivals may be denied entry

🧠 Final Tip

Get a good night’s sleep, bring your ID, and leave the rest behind. Focus on showing what you know — not worrying about logistics.

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