Does a PRINCE2 certificate expire?
Does a PRINCE2 certificate expire?

Does a PRINCE2 certificate expire?

The PRINCE2 Foundation certificate never expires. However, candidates holding the PRINCE2 Practitioner certificate are recognised as a 'PRINCE2 Registered Practitioner' for 3 years. This status can be extended by retaking the PRINCE2 Practitioner exam after 3 years.

Last edited on: 22 Jul 2025


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