Cyber Essentials
Cyber Essentials Cost of Basic Certification
The cost of Cyber Essentials certification is outlined below and can be customised to meet your specific needs, whether you have internal expertise or are unsure where to start. Our flexible approach ensures that we can accommodate organisations of all sizes and proficiency levels, guiding you through the process to confidently achieve certification.
Cyber Essentials Certification Costs
Please indicate your company size to view the costs associated with our Cyber Essentials certification packages. This will help us tailor the information to meet your specific needs and ensure you receive the most relevant options available.
Start-up (0-9 employees)
Small (10-49 employees)
Medium (50-100employees)
Enterprise (100+ employees)
Start-up (0-9 employees)
Gold Package
(0-9 employees)
£ 510
+VAT
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Pre-assessment check
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Support call (up to 1hr)
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Guide access**
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Assessment time: 24hrs (1 working day)
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Resubmissions: Unlimited***
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Time to pass after first clarification request: 3 Months
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Access to Cyber Essentials Portal
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Certification and Assessment fee
Silver Package
(0-9 employees)
£ 410
+VAT
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Pre-assessment check
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Support call (up to 1hr)
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Guide access**
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Assessment time: 48hrs (2 working days)
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Resubmissions: 3
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Time to pass after first clarification request: 1 Month
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Access to Cyber Essentials Portal
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Certification and Assessment fee
Bronze Package
(0-9 employees)
£ 320
+VAT
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Pre-assessment check
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Support call (up to 1hr)
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Guide access**
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Assessment time: 3-5 working days
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Resubmissions: 1
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Time to pass after first clarification request: 10 working days
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Access to Cyber Essentials Portal
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Certification and Assessment fee
* Available only through Sovereign Secure’s Trusted Partners or to existing customers with current Cyber Essentials certifications issued by Sovereign Secure as of Jan 1st 2025.
** Normal purchase price £85+VAT for six months access.
*** Each additional resubmission after reaching the service limit costs £100+VAT.
Small (10-49 employees)
Gold Package
(10-49 employees)
£ 620
+VAT
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Pre-assessment check
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Support call (up to 1hr)
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Guide access**
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Assessment time: 24hrs (1 working day)
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Resubmissions: Unlimited***
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Time to pass after first clarification request: 3 Months
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Access to Cyber Essentials Portal
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Certification and Assessment fee
Silver Package
(10-49 employees)
£ 520
+VAT
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Pre-assessment check
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Support call (up to 1hr)
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Guide access**
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Assessment time: 48hrs (2 working days)
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Resubmissions: 3
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Time to pass after first clarification request: 1 Month
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Access to Cyber Essentials Portal
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Certification and Assessment fee
Bronze Package
(10-49 employees)
£ 440
+VAT
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Pre-assessment check
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Support call (up to 1hr)
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Guide access**
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Assessment time: 3-5 working days
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Resubmissions: 1
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Time to pass after first clarification request: 10 working days
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Access to Cyber Essentials Portal
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Certification and Assessment fee
Medium (50-100employees)
Gold Package
(50-249 employees)
£ 675
+VAT
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Pre-assessment check
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Support call (up to 1hr)
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Guide access**
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Assessment time: 24hrs (1 working day)
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Resubmissions: Unlimited***
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Time to pass after first clarification request: 3 Months
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Access to Cyber Essentials Portal
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Certification and Assessment fee
Silver Package
(50-249 employees)
£ 575
+VAT
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Pre-assessment check
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Support call (up to 1hr)
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Guide access**
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Assessment time: 48hrs (2 working days)
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Resubmissions: 3
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Time to pass after first clarification request: 1 Month
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Access to Cyber Essentials Portal
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Certification and Assessment fee
Bronze Package
(50-249 employees)
£ 500
+VAT
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Pre-assessment check
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Support call (up to 1hr)
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Guide access**
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Assessment time: 3-5 working days
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Resubmissions: 1
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Time to pass after first clarification request: 10 working days
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Access to Cyber Essentials Portal
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Certification and Assessment fee
Enterprise (100+ employees)
Gold Package
(250+ employees)
£ 750
+VAT
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Pre-assessment check
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Support call (up to 1hr)
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Guide access**
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Assessment time: 24hrs (1 working day)
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Resubmissions: Unlimited***
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Time to pass after first clarification request: 3 Months
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Access to Cyber Essentials Portal
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Certification and Assessment fee
Silver Package
(250+ employees)
£ 650
+VAT
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Pre-assessment check
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Support call (up to 1hr)
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Guide access**
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Assessment time: 48hrs (2 working days)
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Resubmissions: 3
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Time to pass after first clarification request: 1 Month
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Access to Cyber Essentials Portal
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Certification and Assessment fee
Bronze Package
(249+ employees)
£ 600
+VAT
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Pre-assessment check
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Support call (up to 1hr)
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Guide access**
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Assessment time: 3-5 working days
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Resubmissions: 1
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Time to pass after first clarification request: 10 working days
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Access to Cyber Essentials Portal
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Certification and Assessment fee
Cyber Essentials Checklist
- Maintain an Updated Asset Inventory
Keep a comprehensive list of all devices, detailing their makes, models, and operating systems. This list should also include personal devices used by employees to access company information, such as emails. - Identify Systems for Upgrade
Determine which systems require upgrades, particularly focusing on firewalls and servers, as these upgrades typically take the longest to complete. - Create a Network Diagram
Develop a diagram of your network. This will help you pinpoint specific subsets of your infrastructure that may need to be excluded during assessments. - Inventory Cloud Systems
List all Cloud services in use and highlight those lacking Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for enhanced security. - Complete Portal Questions
Ensure that all questions on the Cyber Essentials Portal are thoroughly answered. - Select the Appropriate Company Size
The cost of Cyber Essentials certification varies based on company size. Choosing the correct size is crucial to prevent any delays in the certification process.