How much does the full ACCA qualification cost in 2026?

Minimum GBP 3,500 to GBP 4,000 with no tuition and no resits. Typical cost with online tuition and 2 to 3 resits is GBP 8,000 to GBP 12,000.

Are ACCA exam fees refundable?

No. Once you enter for an exam, the fee is non-refundable even if you do not attend.

Can I pay ACCA fees in instalments?

ACCA does not offer instalment plans for exam fees. Some tuition providers offer payment plans for their courses.

Do ACCA fees increase every year?

ACCA typically reviews fees annually with small increases of GBP 5 to GBP 15 per exam.

Is ACCA worth it financially?

Qualified members earn GBP 45,000 to GBP 90,000 in the UK. Even at the highest cost, payback period is typically 1 to 2 years.

What is the cheapest way to study for ACCA?

Self-study using free resources (OpenTuition, ACCA practice platform, examiner reports) plus an AI platform. Total under GBP 5,000 with no resits.

Can my employer pay for ACCA?

Many firms offer full or partial sponsorship covering exam fees and sometimes tuition. Check your contract or HR department.

How much do ACCA resits cost?

GBP 130 for Applied Knowledge, GBP 175 for Applied Skills, GBP 380 for Strategic Professional (standard entry). Each resit also delays qualification by 3 to 6 months.

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ACCA Course Fees in 2026: The Hidden Costs That Double What You Budgeted

ACCA advertises affordable exam fees. Then you add registration, subscriptions, tuition, textbooks, and the resits nobody warns you about. Most candidates spend GBP 8,000 to GBP 15,000 before they qualify. Here is every cost, when you pay it, and how to stop bleeding money on avoidable resits.