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How much does iso certification cost in the UK
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In the UK, the cost of obtaining ISO certification (like ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 etc.) isn’t a single fixed price – it varies widely depending on factors such as which standard you chose, the size and complexity of your business, whether you use consultants, and whether you want UKAS-accredited certification.
📊 Typical Cost Ranges in the UK
1. Certification body fees (audit & certificate):
Many UK certification bodies charge £1,000 – £4,000+ for initial certification for smaller organisations (1–50 employees).
More detailed UKAS-accredited audits (especially for standards like ISO 27001) can cost £3,000 – £15,000+ depending on number of audit days and company size.
Some providers advertise packaged options around £995–£3,495 depending on how many standards you want.
2. Consultancy & implementation support (optional but common):
Many small companies pay £3,000 – £10,000+ for consultancy support preparing documentation and systems before audit.
Larger or more complex projects can be £10,000–£20,000+ or more.
3. Ongoing / recurring costs:
After initial certification, you’ll typically pay annual surveillance audits (e.g., £500 – £3,000 per year) and every 3 years a recertification audit.
💡 Breakdown by Business Size (Typical UK Examples)
Business size Typical total certification fees per year (audit only)
Small (1–10 staff) ~£900 – £2,500+
SME (11–50 staff) ~£2,500 – £6,000+
Medium (50–250 staff) ~£6,000 – £15,000+
Large (>250 staff) £10,000 – £30,000+ (or more)
These figures cover certification body fees (audits and certificate issuance) but exclude or only partly include consultancy costs, internal staff time, training, software or documentation preparation.
🧠 Why Costs Vary
Size & complexity: More employees/sites = more audit days.
Which standard: ISO 27001 (information security) is typically more expensive than ISO 9001 or ISO 14001 because of depth of review.
Consultant use: Using external consultants speeds up work but adds cost.
Accreditation: UKAS-accredited certificates cost more but are more widely accepted.
At QMUK we offer fixed cost packages, guaranteeing UKAS Certification. While Non UKAS Certifications can cost less they can ultimately cost more as not universally accepted.
Our Packages start from:
ISO 9001: £4 000 + UKAS Fees £1 225 = £5 225
ISO 27001: £5 200 + UKAS Fees £2 825 = £8 025
ISO 14001: £3 300 + UKAS Fees £1 225 = £4 525
Note: Combining Certifications will save costs.
While consultancy comes at a cost, it does dramatically reduce your Internal man-hours which often goes uncosted & guarantees a positive outcome.
If you would like a quick e-quote without any Sales Pitch just get in touch…
– www.qmuk.co.uk
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