Canada · Proficiency examsHow much is the CIRO exam fee?
CIRO’s candidate page listed these fees in November 2026:
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| First attempt | $475 |
| Second attempt | $300 |
| Third attempt | $300 |
You pay through CIRO’s Enrolment Portal, and dealers may pay for their candidates through Firm Portal access. CIRO says its proficiency model has reduced the cost of examination.
How attempts and retakes work
In one enrolment period you may make up to three attempts at the exam, and the second and third each cost the $300 retake fee.
If you attempt and fail an exam three times within six months, a cooling-off period of six months applies.
What about course fees?
CIRO’s fees are for its own exams, and its proficiency model doesn’t require any prep course. The fees for a course, such as the Canadian Securities Course (CSC), are set by whoever offers it.
A course you enrolled in before 2026 may count under CIRO’s transition rule, which the overview explains.
Sources: CIRO and 1 more. Checked November 2026.
Rules and fees can change, so check the official site before your test.
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