Do you need a sponsor to take the Series 66?
Do I need to have a sponsor before I take the Series 63, 65, or 66? No. Unsponsored candidates who are not Form U4 registered or currently affiliated with a firm through FINRA’s Web CRD system should open an exam enrollment window via FINRA.org request and pay for the S63, S65, or S66 exams.
How much does the Series 66 cost?
North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA) Exams
| Duration | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Series 63 – Uniform Securities Agent State Law Exam | 1 hour and 15 minutes | $147 |
| Series 65 – Uniform Investment Adviser Law Exam | 3 hours | $187 |
| Series 66 – Uniform Combined State Law Exam | 2 hours and 30 minutes | $177 |
Do you need a sponsor for SIE exam?
FINRA does not require sponsorship with a firm to sit for the SIE exam. However, to become registered with FINRA and seek a representative level role with an employer, candidates must also pass a revised, specialized knowledge qualification exam (or “top-off”), applicable to their job function with the firm.
Is the series 66 hard to pass?
Taking is the Series 66 exam is stressful, even if you are a good test taker. Each candidate will have two and one half hours to complete the exam. A score of 75% or higher is required to pass.
What does a Series 66 allow you to do?
The Series 66 is an exam and license that is meant to qualify individuals as investment advisor representatives or securities agents. The Series 66, also known as the Uniform Combined State Law Examination, covers topics relevant to providing investment advice and effecting securities transactions for clients.
Can I take Sie exam online?
The SIE, S6 and S7 can be taken at a test center or online. Any candidate interested in taking other FINRA exams online must complete and submit the FINRA Online Exam Administration Request Form before scheduling an exam appointment.
Does the SIE look good on a resume?
For most positions related to securities (stocks, bonds, mutual funds, etc.), the SIE is one of several exams that candidates must pass to be properly licensed and work for a financial company. In addition to being a prerequisite for these roles, the SIE is an excellent introduction to the world of finance.
