Where do I register for the CISI UAE FRR exam?

You register directly on the CISI website. After creating an account, you register for the qualification, buy the mandatory workbook, and book your exam date through MyCISI.

How much does the CISI UAE FRR exam cost?

For an international candidate in 2026: a one-off Qualification Registration Fee of £68 (first CISI qualification), an exam fee of £221 for the first sitting (£209 for a resit), and a mandatory workbook at £105 — roughly £394 all-in for a first-time candidate.

Is the CISI workbook mandatory?

Yes. The official workbook is mandatory and must be purchased when you register for the exam, as it is the source material the exam is based on.

Can I take the CISI UAE FRR exam online?

Yes. You can sit the exam online using remote invigilation, or in person at a CISI test centre. You choose your preferred option when booking.

What happens if I fail the CISI UAE FRR exam?

You can register for a resit at the reduced resit fee (£209 for international candidates). The one-off Qualification Registration Fee is not charged again.

How to Register for the CISI UAE FRR Exam 2026: Step-by-Step Guide & Fees

Registering for the CISI UAE Financial Rules and Regulations (FRR) exam is straightforward once you know the steps and the costs involved. This guide walks you through the whole process, including the fees you need to budget for.

📋 Registration at a Glance

Where: Register directly on the CISI website
Qualification Registration Fee: £68 (one-off, first CISI qualification)
Exam fee (international): £221 first sitting / £209 resit
Workbook: £105 (mandatory, paid at registration)
Delivery: CISI test centre or online remote invigilation
Results: Online within 24 working hours via MyCISI

Step 1: Create Your CISI Account

Head to the CISI website and create an account. This gives you access to MyCISI, where you will book your exam, access your workbook, and later view your results.

Step 2: Register for the Qualification and Pay the Fees

When you register for your first CISI qualification, you pay a one-off Qualification Registration Fee of £68. This is separate from the exam fee and is only charged once, for your first qualification with CISI.

CISI sets its fees in GBP. Here is what a UAE-based (international) candidate should budget:

Item	Fee (GBP)
Qualification Registration Fee (one-off, first qualification)	£68
UAE FRR exam — first sitting	£221
UAE FRR exam — resit	£209
Official workbook (mandatory)	£105

For a first-time candidate, the all-in cost is roughly £68 + £221 + £105 ≈ £394. Always confirm the current pricing on the CISI website, as fees can change.

Step 3: Buy the Mandatory Workbook

The official CISI workbook is mandatory and must be purchased when you register for the exam. It is the source material the exam is based on, so you will need it regardless of what other study tools you use.

⚠️ Check the syllabus validity

The current UAE FRR syllabus is valid until 31 December 2026. On 1 January 2026 the SCA was reconstituted and replaced by the Capital Market Authority (CMA), but a new exam version has not yet been released. If you register in 2026, make sure you are studying the current workbook edition that matches the exam you will sit.

Step 4: Choose Test Centre or Remote Invigilation

When booking, you choose how to sit the exam:

CISI test centre — sit the exam in person at an approved centre
Online with remote invigilation — sit the exam from home or the office, monitored remotely

Both are valid options for the MCQ exam. Pick whichever suits your circumstances and check the technical requirements in advance if you choose remote invigilation.

Step 5: Book Your Exam Date

Once registered, book your preferred date and time through MyCISI. A practical tip: do not book your exam date until you are consistently scoring above 70% on full mock exams. With a 35% pass rate, booking too early is one of the most common — and most expensive — mistakes. Test your readiness with our free FRR mock questions before you commit to a date.

💡 Register smart, then prepare smart

The workbook is your source material, but passing the FRR exam takes realistic question practice. Drill exam-style questions and confirm your readiness before you commit to a date.

👉 Start CISI UAE FRR Practice

Getting Your Results

For the computer-based MCQ exam, results are available online within 24 working hours and can be accessed through your MyCISI account. If you do not pass, you can register for a resit at the reduced resit fee (£209 for international candidates).

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Your Next Steps

Plan your study — Read our complete CISI UAE FRR study guide
Understand the format — See the passing score and exam format guide
Prepare to pass — Start practising with ExamPrep.ae before you book your date