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ÓÀÓ¯ÌåÓý FX Global Code Certificate

Initially published on 25 May 2017, and updated in July 2021 and December 2024 by the Global Foreign Exchange Committee, the FX Global Code (FXGC) provides a common set of principles and guidelines to promote the integrity and effective functioning of the wholesale foreign exchange market. Available since the launch of the FXGC, ÓÀÓ¯ÌåÓý FX Global Code Certificate offers formal testing and qualification of an individual’s comprehensive understanding of the 6 themes and 55 principles set out in the Code, testing practical application of aligned best market practices with real  ‘use case’ scenarios.  

The Certificate is an excellent first step to demonstrating adherence to the new FX Global Code (December 2024 Version) to relevant competent authorities and a potential differentiator in respect of 'Code compliance' and career development.

This Certificate has the following characteristics:

• You need to complete it in a supervised test centre
• It has a maximum duration of 1 hour
• You have 40 questions to test your knowledge of the FX Global Code (December 2024 Version)
• The minimum pass level is 75% and the respective Certificate will have a validity of 1 year to allow for continuous testing of the principles and guidelines of the FX Global Code (subsequent annual renewals are priced at 100 € all taxes included)

This programme is designed for all Market Participants defined by the Global Code, including:

• Financial market participants across buy side, sell side and intermediary institutions
• Regulators and central banks
• Middle office and operations personnel
• Compliance and risk officers

The ÓÀÓ¯ÌåÓý FX Global Code Certificate is complemented by continuous learning and proof of adherence through the ÓÀÓ¯ÌåÓý ELAC portal.

Register for ÓÀÓ¯ÌåÓý FX Global Code Certificate Exam

The ÓÀÓ¯ÌåÓý FX Global Code Certificate is delivered in English. The price is 150 € all taxes included.

Exam Preparations

All ÓÀÓ¯ÌåÓý examinations are delivered electronically in a controlled environment in an accredited Test Centre. ÓÀÓ¯ÌåÓý Financial Markets Association is an exam body and exam preparation opportunities are delivered by third parties like training companies, business schools and authors.

Resources to help candidates with their exam preparation:

• ÓÀÓ¯ÌåÓý FX Global Code Certificate Syllabus in English Language - Version of FX Global Code (December 2024 Version)
• ÓÀÓ¯ÌåÓý FX Global Code Certificate Sample Questions

Please check the ÓÀÓ¯ÌåÓý Accredited Trainers section in this website for further details of their activities, as they may help with the preparation of your exam:

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Disclaimer: ÓÀÓ¯ÌåÓý takes no responsibility for the performance of any Accredited Trainer, does not offer advice to specific training methodologies and, as a matter of policy, does not offer accreditation to any companies that act as a supplier to the Association or its members.

Career and Employer Benefits

• Formal certification of individual’s understanding of prevailing global conduct standards and market practices   
• Enhanced professional development profile with a recognised industry qualification
• Fulfilment of adherence obligations imposed by financial services authorities
• Explore further ÓÀÓ¯ÌåÓý Education opportunities within your CPD profile.