Candidate experience

Focused, fair, and flexible by design

How LIFA structures exam access, results, and affordability so professionals worldwide can progress with confidence.

Overview

What to expect as a LIFA candidate

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Year-round access

Take your exam any day that fits your schedule

LIFA Level I–III exams are offered online 365 days a year with standardized conditions worldwide.

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Fast results

Know where you stand in about a week

Pass/fail results are typically available within seven days so you can plan your next step quickly.

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Access & affordability

Scholarships for eligible candidates

Access, Women’s, Student, and Professor scholarships can reduce the Level I exam fee for those who qualify.

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Format

Multiple-choice, online

A single ~2-hour session delivered online under standardized conditions. Questions are answered in order.

Retakes

60-day wait

A 60-day interval applies between attempts, with a cap on total attempts to support meaningful progress.

Transparency

Published weightings

Subject weightings are public; pass/fail is communicated promptly so you can target study time.

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