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What are the fees imposed by the SRA for the SQE exams?

One of 78 answers in the FQPS Academy SQE FAQ library, covering how to qualify as a solicitor in England and Wales.

Fees for assessments (applicable for assessments taken up to September 2026)

  • SQE1 - £1,934 (£967 for FLK1 and £967 for FLK2)
  • SQE2 - £2,974

All fees are VAT exempt.

Fees for assessments taken from September 2026

The SRA has agreed an increase in the candidate fee for the SQE assessment (including resits) which will take effect for assessments from September 2026. It will therefore apply to any candidate that books to take the SQE from October 2026 onwards.

  • SQE1 - £2,006 (£1,003 for FLK1 and £1,003 for FLK2)
  • SQE2 - £3,086

All fees are VAT exempt.

This increase reflects inflation and a small annual additional uplift towards the costs of translating the assessments into Welsh.

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