Where do I register for the CISI IISI exam?

You register directly on the CISI website. After creating an account, you register for the qualification and book your exam date through MyCISI. The process is the same for all CISI qualifications.

How much does the CISI IISI exam cost?

For an international candidate in 2026: a one-off Qualification Registration Fee of £68 (first CISI qualification) plus an exam fee of £275 for the first sitting (£155 for a resit). The workbook is included in the exam fee — roughly £343 all-in for a first-time candidate.

Is the CISI workbook included with the IISI exam?

Yes. When you book the exam, CISI provides the most up-to-date workbook for the subject and its cost is included in the exam fee, so you do not buy it separately.

Can I take the CISI IISI 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 IISI exam?

You can register for a resit at the reduced resit fee (£155 for international candidates). The one-off Qualification Registration Fee is not charged again.

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

Registering for the CISI International Introduction to Securities & Investment (IISI) exam is straightforward once you know the steps and the costs involved. The process is the same across all CISI qualifications. This guide walks you through the whole thing, 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): £275 first sitting / £155 resit
Workbook: Included in the exam fee
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 an international candidate should budget:

Item	Fee (GBP)
Qualification Registration Fee (one-off, first qualification)	£68
IISI exam — first sitting (workbook included)	£275
IISI exam — resit	£155

For a first-time candidate, the all-in cost is roughly £68 + £275 ≈ £343. Always confirm the current pricing on the CISI website, as fees can change.

Step 3: Your Workbook Is Included

Here is a nice feature of the IISI: the official CISI workbook is included in your exam fee. When you book, CISI provides the most up-to-date workbook for the subject, so you do not need to buy it separately. This ensures every candidate prepares from the same definitive study material.

⚠️ Check the syllabus version

The current IISI syllabus is valid until 9 September 2027. A syllabus update on 10 September 2026 renames Chapter 8 from "Regulation and Ethics" to "Financial Services Regulation," though the content is broadly the same. When you register, make sure the workbook edition you receive 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. Pick whichever suits your circumstances, and check the technical requirements in advance if you choose remote invigilation.

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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 53% pass rate, booking too early is one of the most common — and most expensive — mistakes. Test your readiness with our free IISI mock questions before you commit to a date.

💡 Register smart, then prepare smart

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

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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 (£155 for international candidates).

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Your Next Steps

Plan your study — Read our complete CISI IISI 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