AAT Exam Fees: Everything You Need to Know
Current AAT registration and assessment fees for Level 2, Level 3 and Level 4, including the fee changes from 1 September 2026.
AAT costs are made up of three separate parts: Learnsignal or another provider's tuition fee, AAT's one-off qualification registration fee, and assessment fees paid for each assessment. AAT students no longer pay an annual student membership fee for a qualification.
What are the official AAT fees until 31 August 2026?
| Qualification | One-off UK registration | Assessments | Official AAT total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 2 Certificate in Accounting | £186 | Three at £65 plus one £70 synoptic | £451 |
| Level 3 Diploma in Accounting | £243 | Four at £65 | £503 |
| Current Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting | £257 | Five at £68 | £597 |
The Q2022 Level 4 closed to new registrations on 31 August 2026. The fees in the next table took effect on 1 September 2026.
What are the official AAT fees from 1 September 2026?
| Qualification | One-off UK registration | Assessments | Official AAT total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 2 Certificate in Accounting | £187 | Three at £67 plus one £72 synoptic | £460 |
| Level 3 Diploma in Accounting | £244 | Four at £67 | £512 |
| New Level 4 Diploma for Professional Accounting Technicians | £258 | Five at £69 | £603 |
What does an AAT resit cost?
AAT's 2026/27 fee list, which applies from 1 September 2026, charges the same for a resit as for a first attempt: £67 for a Level 2 or Level 3 unit assessment, £72 for the Level 2 synoptic and £69 for a Level 4 unit assessment. AAT's qualification specifications say the qualification is not subject to resit restrictions, and only your highest result counts towards your grade. We did not find a published waiting period between attempts in the documents we reviewed, so ask your training provider or AAT customer support before you plan a date. Remote invigilation adds £41 on AAT's fee list, and providers or venues may add their own administration fees. See our guides on what to do if you fail an AAT exam and how AAT assessments are graded.
What Does the Full AAT Route Cost in AAT Fees?
Using AAT's fee list that took effect on 1 September 2026, the AAT fees are £460 for Level 2, £512 for Level 3 and £603 for the new Level 4. If you take all three levels, that adds up to £1,575. This covers AAT's registration and assessment fees only, not tuition, and it assumes you pass every assessment first time. Many students start at Level 3, so they never pay the Level 2 fees.
AAT's fee list also shows a £40 Audit Top-up assessment at Level 4 for eligible learners. Ask your training provider whether it applies to you.
How the 2026-27 Fees Compare With the Previous Year
Compared with the fees that applied until 31 August 2026, Level 2 rises by £9 (from £451 to £460) and Level 3 rises by £9 (from £503 to £512). The new Level 4 total is £603, which is £6 more than the £597 total for the version that closed. The new Level 4 is a new qualification rather than the same one at a higher price, so treat that comparison with care.
How to Avoid Paying More Than You Need To
- Book each assessment when you are ready. A resit costs the same as a first attempt, so every failed unit adds the full assessment fee again.
- Practise first. Use the practice assessments from your training provider before you book the real one.
- Compare the full price of each venue. Remote invigilation adds £41 on AAT's fee list, and venues may add their own charges, so compare the total rather than the AAT fee alone.
- Ask your employer. Some employers fund registration and assessment fees, so it is worth asking before you pay yourself.
What is not included in those figures?
Tuition-provider fees are separate. Assessment venues may also have their own administration or invigilation charges, so confirm the full price before booking. International registration fees can vary by country.
Where should I check the latest fees?
Use AAT's official qualification fees page as the source of truth. Fees can change, and the September 2026 Level 4 change means older articles and screenshots may no longer be accurate.
Frequently asked questions
Is the AAT registration fee annual?
No. AAT charges a one-off registration fee for each qualification. Professional membership fees such as AATQB or MAAT are separate and apply only if you choose and qualify to become a member.
How many assessments do I pay for?
Level 2 has three individual unit assessments and one synoptic assessment. Level 3 has four individual assessments. The current Q2022 Level 4 has five individual assessments: three mandatory units and two chosen options.
Do I pay again to resit an AAT assessment?
Yes. AAT's 2026/27 fee list shows the resit fee equals the first-attempt fee for each unit assessment.
Does Learnsignal tuition include AAT fees?
Check the current Learnsignal pricing and checkout information for exactly what is included. AAT registration and assessment charges should be treated separately unless a plan explicitly says otherwise.
Official AAT figures checked on 23 July 2026. Resit information checked on 17 October 2026.
How much does one AAT resit cost?
On AAT's 2026-27 fee list a resit costs the same as a first attempt: £67 for a Level 2 or Level 3 unit, £72 for the Level 2 synoptic and £69 for a Level 4 unit. Remote invigilation adds £41.
If you are choosing where to start, our AAT courses cover each level and what it leads to.
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