CIPP/E (Certified Information Privacy Professional - Europe) Requirements & Prerequisites
Everything you need to know before registering for the CIPP/E (Certified Information Privacy Professional - Europe), eligibility, cost, format, and what to expect on exam day.
Cost
$550
Provider
IAPP (International Association of Privacy Professionals)
Validity
Lifetime (with annual maintenance fee)
Available
Global
Education
Check official exam requirements
Experience
1-3 years of hands-on experience recommended
Specific Requirements
- There are no formal prerequisites for the CIPP/E. No degree, legal qualification or minimum experience is required to buy the exam.
- The IAPP recommends a minimum of 30 hours of study for each of its certifications.
- You must complete the exam within one year of purchasing it.
- IAPP membership or a purchased certification maintenance fee is required for a passed exam to become an active certification in good standing.
- You need two qualifying forms of ID for a test centre appointment, or one government-issued photo ID for OnVUE check-in, matching the name on your MyIAPP profile.
Number of Questions
90 questions, of which 75 are scored and 15 are unscored pretest items
Duration
2.5 hours, with a 15-minute break offered at the halfway point
Question Format
Multiple-choice questions with a single correct answer, Multiple-choice questions with more than one correct answer, flagged as such on the question, Scenario items where you read a fact pattern and answer several questions about it
Passing Requirement
300 on a scale of 100 to 500. The IAPP states that 300 does not represent 60 percent and that the cut score is set by beta testing and psychometric analysis before being mapped to 300
How It Is Delivered
Computer-based through Pearson VUE, either at a test centre from a network of more than 6,000, or through OnVUE remote proctoring
Languages Offered
English, French, German
Visit the official IAPP (International Association of Privacy Professionals) certification page
Create an account and select your exam
Choose a test center or online proctoring option
Pay the exam fee and schedule your date
- Two forms of valid ID (one government-issued with photo)
- Appointment confirmation email
- For online proctoring: webcam, microphone, clean desk, stable internet
What are the prerequisites for the CIPP/E (Certified Information Privacy Professional - Europe)?
There are no formal prerequisites for the CIPP/E. No degree, legal qualification or minimum experience is required to buy the exam.. The IAPP recommends a minimum of 30 hours of study for each of its certifications.. You must complete the exam within one year of purchasing it.. IAPP membership or a purchased certification maintenance fee is required for a passed exam to become an active certification in good standing.. You need two qualifying forms of ID for a test centre appointment, or one government-issued photo ID for OnVUE check-in, matching the name on your MyIAPP profile..
How much does the CIPP/E (Certified Information Privacy Professional - Europe) cost?
The CIPP/E (Certified Information Privacy Professional - Europe) exam costs $550. This includes the exam fee only, study materials are additional.
How do I register for the CIPP/E (Certified Information Privacy Professional - Europe)?
Visit the official IAPP (International Association of Privacy Professionals) certification page → Create an account and select your exam → Choose a test center or online proctoring option → Pay the exam fee and schedule your date
What should I bring to the CIPP/E (Certified Information Privacy Professional - Europe)?
Two forms of valid ID (one government-issued with photo). Appointment confirmation email. For online proctoring: webcam, microphone, clean desk, stable internet.
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