Is there an expiration date for NSE certifications?

Yes, the following certifications are active for two (2) years from the date the certification requirements are fulfilled.

Fortinet Certified Fundamentals (FCF) 

Fortinet Certified Associate (FCA)

Fortinet Certified Professional (FCP) 

Fortinet Certified Solution Specialist (FCSS)  

The Fortinet Certified Expert (FCX) certification is active for three (3) years from the certification grant date–the date the practical exam is passed. 

Certification expiration dates cannot be extended.

Examinees should recertify before the expiration date shown on the Certification.

You can see the expiration date of your NSE Certification on your Achievements page. 

See the Recertification policies page to learn how you can recertify any of your certifications and extend their expiration date. 

For more information about the requirements to achieve the new certifications, see What are the Fortinet requirements for the new certifications?