Results valid for 4 years. No firm sponsorship required to sit the exam (18+); must be associated with a member firm plus pass an appropriate qualification exam to actually register/work in securities. Currently offered via Prometric test centers or online.
Issuer
FINRA
Industry
Finance & Accounting
Domain
Investment Analysis & Asset Management
Level
Beginner
Exam fee
$100 — verified 2026-09-25
Prerequisites & eligibility
No formal prerequisites are published; anyone can register for the exam.
Renewal & maintenance
Valid for 4 years. Renew by none.
SIE exam pass results are valid for 4 years
Recognition
Required US entry exam before most FINRA representative licences
Related certifications
CFA CIPM Certificate in Investment Performance Measurement