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Fig Group
The Fastest Cyber Essentials Certification in the UK with a 6-Hour Guarantee
Fig Group is the fastest Cyber Essentials certification body in the United Kingdom. Cyber Essentials is guaranteed within 6 hours of submission for compliant applications. No other IASME-licensed certification body matches this speed. Most take 24 to 72 hours. Some take up to five working days. Fig Group delivers the fastest Cyber Essentials certification available, every time, as standard - not as a premium add-on.
Order tomorrow before midday - certificate by 6 PM tomorrow.
Last updated . IASME-licensed. NCSC-backed scheme v3.3.
Transparent Fastest Cyber Essentials Pricing
The fastest Cyber Essentials certification in the UK - from £299.99 + VAT, 6-hour guarantee for compliant submissions, no express fees, no hidden charges.
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The fastest Cyber Essentials, without premium pricing
The fastest Cyber Essentials certification in the UK from an IASME-licensed body. Guaranteed within 6 hours for compliant submissions - no other licensed body matches this speed. Cyber Essentials from £299.99 + VAT, Plus from £1,499 + VAT. No express fees, no premium charges. The fastest Cyber Essentials certification is simply how Fig Group operates as standard.
Cyber Essentials from
Transparent one-off pricing for the micro organisation tier.
Cyber Essentials Plus from
Technical verification pricing published before you buy.
Speed is standard
No express tier, premium queue, or hidden rush charge.
Built for speed
Why Fig Group Is the Fastest Cyber Essentials Certification Body
The fastest Cyber Essentials certification requires more than just willing assessors - it requires a fundamentally different process. Most certification bodies operate through email, spreadsheets, and manual queues. Submissions wait in line. Feedback is sent by email. Resubmissions re-enter the queue. Each step introduces delay. Fig Group built a purpose-built assessment platform that eliminates every bottleneck. Submissions flow directly into a structured review workflow. Feedback is delivered in-platform with specific control-level guidance. Resubmissions are reviewed immediately - not re-queued. Certificate issuance is automated. The result: the fastest Cyber Essentials certification in the UK, consistently delivered guaranteed within 6 hours for compliant submissions. No other IASME-licensed certification body can match this turnaround.
6 hoursguaranteed for compliant submissions
0 re-queuecorrections return to active review
3 roundsstructured feedback included
Manual process
Typical certification body
- Email threads
- Spreadsheet tracking
- Queue-based resubmissions
- Manual certificate steps
Structured workflow
Fig Group platform
- Direct assessor workflow
- Control-level feedback
- Immediate resubmission review
- Automated certificate issuance
6-hour guarantee
The fastest Cyber Essentials certification in the UK. Guaranteed within 6 hours for compliant submissions.
No other body matches this
No other IASME-licensed certification body delivers sub-6-hour turnaround.
No express fees
Same day certification is the standard service. No premium charges for speed.
3x feedback included
Up to three rounds of in-platform feedback. Each round reviewed immediately.
Scheme overview
What is Cyber Essentials certification?
A UK government-backed cybersecurity certification scheme
Cyber Essentials is the UK government-backed cybersecurity certification scheme administered by IASME on behalf of the NCSC. It validates five core security controls: firewalls, secure configuration, security update management, user access control, and malware protection. The current v3.3 requirements include mandatory multi-factor authentication (MFA). When you need the fastest Cyber Essentials certification, Fig Group guarantees certification within 6 hours for compliant submissions - the quickest turnaround from any IASME-licensed body.
6 hourscompliant CE submissions
12 monthscertificate validity
v3.3MFA included
Self-assessed
Cyber Essentials
Complete the questionnaire, receive assessor feedback, and get certified fast when the submission is compliant.
6-hour guaranteeExternally verified
Cyber Essentials Plus
Adds technical verification and vulnerability testing for organisations that need stronger assurance.
1-3 working daysFirewalls
Internet gateways locked down and reviewed.
Secure configuration
Devices and cloud services hardened from defaults.
Security updates
Critical patches applied within scheme timelines.
User access
Least privilege access with clear account ownership.
Malware protection
Protection in place across eligible endpoints.
MFA mandatory
v3.3 requires multi-factor authentication in scope.
There are two certification levels. Cyber Essentials is self-assessed and Fig Group delivers it as the fastest certification available - guaranteed within 6 hours for compliant submissions. Cyber Essentials Plus adds external technical verification, typically 1-3 working days. Both are valid for 12 months. Fig Group is the fastest because our purpose-built platform eliminates the manual queues, email chains, and re-queuing that slow every other certification body.
How fast can I get Cyber Essentials certification?
Four steps to the fastest Cyber Essentials certification in the UK - guaranteed within 6 hours for compliant submissions, with Fig Group
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Step 1: Start your fastest certification order
Select your organisation size and start your fastest Cyber Essentials certification order online. The 6-hour guarantee is the standard service - no express fee, no premium tier.
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Step 2: Complete the fastest self-assessment
Answer the Cyber Essentials v3.3 questionnaire covering the five core controls. Our platform guides you through every question for the fastest possible completion, with named-tool prompts for each control area.
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Step 3: Immediate fastest-lane assessor review
Your submission enters our structured review workflow immediately - no queue. If corrections are needed, in-platform feedback is delivered within hours, not days, and resubmissions go straight back to the same assessor.
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Step 4: 6-hour fastest Cyber Essentials guarantee
The fastest Cyber Essentials certification in the UK. The NCSC-branded certificate is issued, your organisation is listed on the IASME certificate database, and badge assets are delivered - all guaranteed within 6 hours for compliant submissions.
Why is Fig Group the fastest Cyber Essentials body?
The only IASME-licensed body that publishes a 6-hour guarantee as the standard service - the fastest Cyber Essentials turnaround in the UK
Fastest in the UK
Cyber Essentials certification guaranteed within 6 hours of submission for compliant applications. No other IASME-licensed body offers this guarantee. Three free reviews included if your submission needs corrections.
Transparent pricing
Every price is published upfront. No hidden assessment fees, no consultancy charges, no mandatory add-ons. Cyber Essentials from £299.99 + VAT, Plus from £1,499 + VAT. What you see is what you pay.
IASME licensed
Fig Group is a fully IASME-licensed certification body authorised to assess organisations for both Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus. The certificate is the same government-backed credential regardless of which body issues it.
3x structured feedback
If your submission needs corrections, Fig Group provides up to three rounds of structured, in-platform feedback. Each round identifies the specific controls that need attention and explains what to change.
v3.3 compliant
Fig Group assesses against the latest NCSC Cyber Essentials Requirements v3.3, effective April 2026, including the mandatory MFA requirement for all user accounts in scope.
Readiness checker
Use our free readiness checker to assess your position before purchasing. Identify gaps, understand the requirements, and go into your assessment prepared.
Fastest Cyber Essentials Speed Insights
Why same-day Cyber Essentials is possible, when it matters, and how to use it when deadlines get tight. Written by our IASME-licensed assessor.
The Fastest Cyber Essentials Certification in the UK
The hub guide to the 6-hour guarantee - what the clock actually measures, how Fig Group gets there, when it matters, and how to use it under tender pressure.
Read the fastest Cyber Essentials guide · 14 min read →Tender Deadline Emergency: The 48-Hour Playbook
Hour-by-hour playbook for businesses that have just discovered their tender requires Cyber Essentials with 48 hours to go. When it works, when it doesn't.
Read the fastest Cyber Essentials guide · 9 min read →Why Same-Day Cyber Essentials Is Now Possible
Five years ago, no certification body could issue same-day. Now some can. What changed in the technology, why most bodies haven't kept up, and why the gap is widening.
Read the fastest Cyber Essentials guide · 10 min read →The Hidden Cost of Slow Cyber Essentials
The quoted certification fee is similar across bodies. The hidden costs - lost tenders, delayed onboarding, compliance gaps - are not. Worked examples and a decision framework.
Read the fastest Cyber Essentials guide · 10 min read →How Fig Group Compares to Other UK Cyber Essentials Certification Bodies
The certificate is identical across every IASME-licensed body. Speed, price and support commitments are not.
| Certification body | Turnaround | Price (Micro, 1-9) | IASME licensed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fig Group (fastest) | 6 hours (guarantee) | £299.99 + VAT | Yes |
| CyberSmart | 24-72 hours | ~£300 + VAT | Yes |
| IASME direct | 3-5 working days | £320 + VAT | Yes (scheme issuer) |
| Typical cybersecurity consultancy | 2-6 weeks | £800-£1,500 | Varies |
Turnaround and pricing figures from each provider's published website as of April 2026.
What customers say
Verified Google reviews from customers who bought Cyber Essentials through Fig Group.
★★★★★“The process was extremely efficient: short phone call, submission, pass. Highly recommended.”
★★★★★“We recently completed our Cyber Essentials certification with Fig Group and had a great experience from start to finish....”
★★★★★“Great service and fast turnaround. Working with the Fig Group to achieve our Cyber Essentials accreditation was a really positive experience. A process I have previously found long-winded and difficult was made straightforward and simple from start to finish. Communication was clear, the turnaround time was excellent, and the customer service from Jay was outstanding throughout. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to get Cyber Essentials accreditation without the usual hassle.”
Can I really get Cyber Essentials in one day?
Straight answers to the questions deadline-driven buyers ask us before they order
How fast can I get Cyber Essentials certification?
With Fig Group, you can get Cyber Essentials guaranteed within 6 hours for compliant submissions. Order before midday, complete your self-assessment, and receive your certificate the same working day. No other IASME-licensed body matches this speed.
Why is Fig Group the fastest Cyber Essentials certification body?
Fig Group built a purpose-built assessment platform that eliminates manual bottlenecks. Submissions flow into a structured review workflow immediately, feedback is in-platform, and certificate issuance is automated. Other bodies rely on email, spreadsheets, and manual queues that introduce delay.
Do I pay extra for the fastest Cyber Essentials turnaround?
No. Fig Group's fastest turnaround is the standard service. There are no express fees, premium charges, or tiered speed options. Every order receives the same sub-6-hour turnaround at the standard price.
How long do other certification bodies take?
Most IASME-licensed certification bodies take 24 to 72 hours for Cyber Essentials. Some take up to five working days. Fig Group consistently guarantees certification within 6 hours for compliant submissions - the fastest in the UK.
What if I need corrections - does that slow things down?
Not significantly. Feedback is delivered immediately in-platform with specific guidance on what needs to change. Corrections are reviewed on the spot - not re-queued. Most organisations still receive their certificate the same day even after feedback rounds.
Is the fastest Cyber Essentials Plus also available?
Cyber Essentials Plus requires external technical auditing and vulnerability scanning, so it takes 1-3 working days. However, Fig Group delivers Plus faster than most bodies through the same efficient platform and immediate scheduling.
Speak to the team
Whether you need help choosing between Cyber Essentials and Plus, want to discuss multi-organisation pricing, or just have a question about the process - we are here to help. Submit an enquiry and a member of the team will respond within one working day.
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