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Embarking on your Fortinet Network Security Expert (NSE) certification journey? One of the first questions on every candidate’s mind is, “How much will this cost?” In this post, we’ll break down Fortinet’s current exam voucher pricing, explain how to purchase and manage your vouchers, offer tips to get the most value from your investment, and—newly added—provide a full table of every exam fee.
Why Plan for Certification Costs Up Front?
Certifications are an investment—both in time and money. Knowing exactly what you’ll pay:
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Helps you budget for your professional development
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Ensures you avoid unexpected fees (e.g., taxes, retake costs)
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Allows you to take advantage of promotions or bundle discounts
Being financially prepared means you can focus on studying, not stressing over extra expenses.
Fortinet Exam Voucher Pricing
Fortinet simplified its NSE voucher costs into three main tiers:
| Certification Type | How Many Exams? | Cost per Voucher |
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| Single-Exam (FCSS) | 1 | USD 400 |
| Two-Exam (FCP / NSE 4–6) | 2 | USD 200 |
| Expert (FCX Written) | 1 | USD 400 |
| Expert (FCX Practical Lab) | 1 | USD 1,600 |
Table of Exam Fees
Here is the full list of every Fortinet exam, its duration, and fee as published by I-Medita.
| Fortinet Certification Level-Professional | Technology Category | Exam Name | Exam Duration (in Minutes) | Exam Cost (in USD $) |
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| Fortinet Certified Professional | Network Security | NSE4_FGT-7.2 Fortinet NSE 4 – FortiOS 7.2 | 120 | 200 |
| NSE5_FCT-7.0 Fortinet NSE 5 – FortiClient EMS 7.0 | 75 | 200 | ||
| NSE5_FMG-7.2 Fortinet NSE 5 – FortiManager 7.2 | 85 | 200 | ||
| NSE6_FAZ-7.2 Fortinet NSE 6 – FortiAnalyzer 7.2 Administrator | 75 | 200 | ||
| NSE6_FAC-6.4 Fortinet NSE 6 – FortiAuthenticator 6.4 | 75 | 200 | ||
| NSE6_FNC-7.2 Fortinet NSE 6 – FortiNAC 7.2 | 75 | 200 | ||
| NSE6_FSW-7.2 Fortinet NSE 6 – FortiSwitch 7.2 | 85 | 200 | ||
| NSE6_FWF-6.4 Fortinet NSE 6 – Secure Wireless LAN 6.4 | 75 | 200 | ||
| FCP_FCT_AD-7.2 FCP—FortiClient EMS 7.2 Administrator | 75 | 200 | ||
| FCP_FAC_AD-6.5 FCP—FortiAuthenticator 6.5 Administrator | 75 | 200 | ||
| Security Operations | NSE4_FGT-7.2 Fortinet NSE 4 – FortiOS 7.2 | 120 | 200 | |
| NSE5_EDR-5.0 Fortinet NSE 5 – FortiEDR 5.0 | 75 | 200 | ||
| NSE5_FSM-6.3 Fortinet NSE 5 – FortiSIEM 6.3 | 75 | 200 | ||
| NSE5_FAZ-7.2 Fortinet NSE 5 – FortiAnalyzer 7.2 Analyst | 75 | 200 | ||
| NSE6_FSR-7.0 Fortinet NSE 6 – FortiSOAR 7.0 Administrator | 75 | 200 | ||
| NSE6_FSR-7.3 Fortinet NSE 6 – FortiSOAR 7.3 Administrator | 75 | 200 | ||
| Public Cloud Security | NSE4_FGT-7.2 Fortinet NSE 4 – FortiOS 7.2 | 120 | 200 | |
| NSE6_WCS-7.0 Fortinet NSE 6 – Cloud Security 7.0 for AWS | 75 | 200 | ||
| NSE6_ZCS-7.0 Fortinet NSE 6 – Cloud Security 7.0 for Azure | 75 | 200 | ||
| NSE6_FML-7.2 Fortinet NSE 6 – FortiMail 7.2 | 75 | 200 | ||
| NSE6_FWB-6.4 Fortinet NSE 6 – FortiWeb 6.4 | 75 | 200 |
| Fortinet Certification Level-Specialist | Exam Name | Exam Duration (in Minutes) | Exam Cost (in USD $) |
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| Fortinet Certified Solution Specialist | NSE7_ADA-6.3 Fortinet NSE 7 – Advanced Analytics 6.3 | 75 | 400 |
| NSE7_EFW-7.0 Fortinet NSE 7 – Enterprise Firewall 7.0 | 75 | 200 | |
| NSE7_EFW-7.2 Fortinet NSE 7 – Enterprise Firewall 7.2 | 75 | 200 | |
| NSE7_LED-7.0 Fortinet NSE 7 – LAN Edge 7.0 | 85 | 200 | |
| NSE7_NST-7.2 Fortinet NSE 7 – Network Security 7.2 Support Engineer | 90 | 200 | |
| NSE7_OTS-7.2 Fortinet NSE 7 – OT Security 7.2 | 75 | 400 | |
| NSE7_PBC-7.2 Fortinet NSE 7 – Public Cloud Security 7.2 | 85 | 400 | |
| NSE7_SDW-7.2 Fortinet NSE 7 – SD-WAN 7.2 | 90 | 200 | |
| NSE7_ZTA-7.2 Fortinet NSE 7 – Zero Trust Access 7.2 | 75 | 400 | |
| FCSS_ADA_AR-6.7 FCSS—Advanced Analytics 6.7 Architect | 85 | 400 | |
| FCSS_SASE_AD-23 FCSS—FortiSASE 23 Administrator | Jan 2024 | Jan 2024 |
| Fortinet Certification Level- Expert | Exam Name | Exam Duration (in Minutes) | Exam Cost (in USD $) |
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| Fortinet Certified Expert | NSE8_812 Fortinet NSE 8 – Written Exam (NSE8_812) | 135 | 400 |
How to Buy and Schedule Your Exams
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Log in (or create) your account on the Fortinet Training Institute portal.
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Select the NSE level or FCSS/FCX track you wish to pursue.
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Add the appropriate voucher(s) to your cart.
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Checkout, enter billing details, and pay.
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Receive your voucher code by email.
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Schedule your exam through Pearson VUE or another authorized testing center.
Tips to Maximize Your Certification Budget
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Watch for bundle deals: Occasionally, Fortinet offers discounts when you purchase multiple vouchers at once.
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Prepare thoroughly: Retakes require new vouchers at full price—invest in quality training to minimize retake risk.
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Schedule early: Vouchers expire after one year. Lock in your exam date so you don’t lose your investment.
Is Fortinet Certification Worth the Cost?
Absolutely. NSE certifications:
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Boost your credibility with cutting-edge, vendor-specific expertise
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Open doors to higher-paying roles and priority hiring
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Stay current—Fortinet updates its exams to reflect real-world threats and new product features
When weighed against the career growth and salary boost certified professionals enjoy, the exam voucher cost becomes an investment in your future.
