Certification Cost Calculator

Select the certifications you need — ISO 27001, SOC 2, CMMC, ISO 9001, HIPAA, GDPR and more — and get an instant cost and timeline estimate. No sign-up required to see your number.

Avantcert provides a 50% discount on selected certifications. Contact us now to get your discount.

1. Choose your certifications

Pick one or more. Your estimate updates instantly — you only ever see the cost of what you select.

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2. Company size (optional)

This refines where your estimate sits within each range.

How much does certification cost in 2026?

Certification cost depends on the standard, your company size, how ready your controls already are, and the accredited body's audit fees. The table below shows typical all-in ranges (preparation plus audit) for the most requested ISO and compliance certifications. Use the calculator above to total only the ones you need.

CertificationTypical cost (USD)Typical timeline
ISO 9001 (Quality)$3,000 – $18,0003 months
ISO 27001 (Information Security)$7,000 – $30,0004 months
SOC 2 (Type II)$15,000 – $60,0006 months
CMMC 2.0 (Defense)$20,000 – $90,0008 months
HIPAA (Healthcare)$8,000 – $45,0004 months
GDPR (Data Protection)$5,000 – $30,0003 months
PCI DSS (Payments)$6,000 – $50,0003 months
ISO 13485 (Medical Devices)$10,000 – $40,0005 months
ISO 22000 / FSSC (Food Safety)$5,000 – $25,0003 months
ISO 45001 (Health & Safety)$6,000 – $20,0004 months
IATF 16949 (Automotive)$10,000 – $50,0006 months
AS9100 (Aerospace)$15,000 – $60,0007 months
TISAX (Automotive Security)$8,000 – $35,0004 months

What affects your certification cost?

Five factors move the number the most: the scope (which sites, systems, and products are covered), your company size and headcount, your current readiness (how many controls already exist), the certification body's audit fees (billed separately from preparation), and whether you pursue several standards together — which shares controls and lowers the combined cost. Avantcert's done-for-you model removes most of the internal effort, and our 50% discount on selected certifications lowers the rest.

Frequently asked questions

How much does ISO 27001 certification cost?

ISO 27001 typically costs $7,000 to $30,000 depending on scope, company size, and readiness, with a mid-market figure around $15,000. Select it above to total it with any other standards you need.

How much does SOC 2 cost?

SOC 2 typically ranges from $15,000 to $60,000 (typical near $30,000), depending on the Trust Services Criteria in scope and whether it is Type I or Type II.

How much does CMMC certification cost?

CMMC commonly ranges from $20,000 to $90,000 (typically around $50,000), driven by the size of your CUI environment and the target level.

How long does certification take?

Most standards take 3 to 8 months. Several can run in parallel, which shortens the overall timeline when you pursue more than one.

Is this estimate accurate?

It is an indicative range based on current market data. Your final quote depends on scope, company size, existing controls, and audit fees. Contact us for a scoped quote.

Can I get a discount?

Yes. Avantcert provides a 50% discount on selected certifications. Contact us now with your selection to claim it.