Guide · Certificate holders
CySEC CPD Requirements 2026
Every holder of a CySEC certification (Basic, Advanced or AML) must complete a minimum number of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours each year to keep their certificate valid. Failing to meet the requirement means your certificate lapses. This guide covers how many hours you need, what counts and when to renew.
By the ExamPass CY editorial team · Last reviewed October 2026
CPD hours by certification
| Certification held | CPD hours required per year |
|---|---|
| CySEC Basic | 10 hours |
| CySEC Advanced | 15 hours |
| CySEC AML | 10 hours |
| CySEC Basic + AML | 15 hours |
| CySEC Advanced + AML | 20 hours |
CPD hours must be completed by 31 December each year. Certificate renewal must be submitted through the CySEC website by end of February the following year.
What counts as CPD?
CPD seminars and training must be relevant to your role in financial services and recognised by CySEC. Accepted CPD activities typically include:
- CySEC-approved seminars and workshops
- Online regulatory training courses approved by CySEC
- Training provided by your employer if CySEC-approved
- Conferences and events covering relevant regulatory topics
Note: CySEC publishes a list of approved CPD providers on its website. Always verify that your chosen training is on the approved list before relying on it for renewal.
Renewal deadline
- Deadline to complete CPD hours
- 31 December each year
- Deadline to submit renewal
- End of February the following year
- Where to renew
- CySEC website (cysec.gov.cy)
What happens if you miss the CPD deadline?
If you do not complete the required CPD hours by 31 December, your certificate will lapse. A lapsed certificate means you are no longer authorised to perform the regulated activities covered by that certificate. You will need to re-sit the examination to regain your certification; there is no grace period for CPD renewal.
Frequently asked questions
How many CPD hours do I need for CySEC Advanced?
15 hours per year. If you also hold the CySEC AML certification, the combined requirement is 20 hours per year.
How many CPD hours do I need for CySEC Basic?
10 hours per year. If you also hold the CySEC AML certification, the combined requirement is 15 hours per year.
When is the CySEC CPD renewal deadline?
CPD hours must be completed by 31 December. The renewal submission deadline is end of February the following year, through the CySEC website.
What happens if my CySEC certificate lapses?
If you miss the CPD deadline, your certificate lapses and you can no longer perform the regulated activities it covers. You will need to re-sit the CySEC examination to regain your certification.
Does ExamPass CY offer CPD-approved training?
ExamPass CY is an exam preparation platform — our practice questions and mock exams are designed to help you pass the CySEC examination, not for CPD renewal purposes.
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