Cyber Essentials Cost in 2026
What Cyber Essentials certification costs in 2026 by organisation size, and how guided or managed support changes the total.
Written by StandAssured editorial team
Reviewed by Apexward Certification Body assessor
Last reviewed: 9 August 2026
Requirements version: Danzell v3.3
Official basic Cyber Essentials assessment fees are set by organisation size. Support packages (guided or managed) add advisory or delivery cost on top of the assessment fee.
| Organisation size | Employees | Price excluding VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Micro | 0–9 | £320 |
| Small | 10–49 | £440 |
| Medium | 50–249 | £500 |
| Large | 250+ | £600 |
Official basic Cyber Essentials assessment fees. Cyber Essentials Plus pricing varies by scope and technical testing requirements. All prices exclude VAT.
What affects total cost
- Organisation size band (Micro through Large)
- Self-service vs guided vs managed package
- Whether you also need Cyber Essentials Plus technical testing
- Eligible self-service renewals save 15% — see renewal pricing