It is important to note that the registration fee is non-refundable. Missed appointments, duplicate registrations, or cancellations made within 24 hours of the scheduled test time will result in forfeiture of the fee, requiring candidates to pay again to secure a new appointment.<\/p>\n
Accepted Forms of Payment For the RExPN Exam Registration<\/h3>\n
For the RExPN exam fee submission, candidates must have a VISA, MasterCard, or American Express credit, debit, or prepaid card to register. Candidates must provide their card information along with their name and the card\u2019s expiration date<\/p>\n
REx-PN Exam Fees for Internationally Educated Nurses<\/h2>\n
Nurses who were trained outside of Canada pay the same fee to take the REx-PN exam as Canadian applicants. In 2026, the RExPN test fee is CAD $350 for each attempt, not including taxes. If a candidate wants to take the test at an international Pearson VUE<\/a> testing center, they must also pay an extra CAD $150 for international booking. This makes the total cost of the nursing exam CAD $500 before taxes.<\/p>\n Beyond the RExPN examination fee, internationally educated nursing candidates may need to pay for certificate exams or performance evaluations, based on the area where they are going. The required assessment process varies between Ontario and British Columbia and depends on the applicant’s registration pathway.<\/p>\n Additional costs may include provincial application fees, language skill tests, verified translations, document verification, criminal record checks, law exams, competency assessments, and final registration fees. These standards vary based on individual situations.<\/p>\n Overall, there is no set cost for internationally trained people. Depending on their licensing pathway and supporting documentation, total expenses can range from CAD $1,500 to $2,500 or more, making early financial planning an important part of the registration process.<\/p>\n In Ontario, the REx-PN process is administered through the College of Nurses of Ontario. The NCSBN charges a CAD $350 registration fee. Additionally, applicants must pay separate fees to the CNO for application and registration. These fees are separate from the NCSBN examination fee and are for the verification of eligibility and education, and the administration of the initial licensing. Candidates from Ontario should account for these fees in addition to the examination fee for the complete licensure process.<\/p>\n British Columbia employs a similar structure to the BC College of Nurses and Midwives. The REx-PN examination fee for Canadian candidates is CAD $350. For candidates who are taking the examination outside of Canada, the CAD $150 fee also applies. BCCNM\u2019s registration and assessment fees are separate from the NCSBN examination fee. Candidates are advised to check with BCCNM to see the current fees, as regulatory fees may change and be reviewed independently from the examination fee.<\/p>\n A favorable aspect of the REx-PN when compared to the older CPNRE is that there is no limit to the number of attempts, which is not the case for the older CPNRE. To retake the examination, applicants must pay a CAD $350 registration fee again (plus the CAD $150 fee if applicable).<\/p>\n This demonstrates that making a diligent first-attempt offer is a legitimate financial strategy and not merely an academic exercise. Each subsequent attempt contributes to an increased financial burden for the candidate, in addition to the costs of new study aids for that attempt.<\/p>\n The best way to study for REx PN is by practicing CAT-style questions, reviewing clinical rationales, and identifying competency gaps before exam day.<\/p>\n Some candidates need to make adjustments after their initial registration for the REx-PN. This could be changing the exam language from English to French, or changing the provincial regulatory body linked to the application. The NCSBN generally categorizes these changes as Fee Type Changes.<\/p>\n The principal registration fee is non-refundable, but optional administrative changes after registration, like a language or regulatory body change, might require a small additional service charge, separate from the base exam fee.<\/p>\n Candidates wanting to make these changes should reach out to NCSBN or their provincial regulator before the test date, as changes take time and the availability of appointments might be impacted, particularly since initial writers are given first preference for appointments within 30 days, and subsequent writers will be scheduled to write within 60 days after.<\/p>\n RExPN pass rates change based on the candidate\u2019s educational background, jurisdiction, and examination attempt. Because the REx-PN and NCLEX-PN are different license tests, students should not use NCLEX-PN data to predict REx-PN success rates or projected results.<\/p>\n According to the College of Nurses of Ontario, 80.8% of Ontario-educated RPN hopefuls passed the REx-PN on their first try in 2024. The pass rate dropped to 54.6% on the second attempt and 45.0% on the third try. These figures apply only to Ontario-educated applicants and should not be considered Canada-wide statistics.<\/p>\n Candidates preparing for the REx-PN exam in 2026 should continue following the official REx-PN exam tip<\/a>, which focuses on eight Client Needs categories, clinical judgment, cultural skills, and Indigenous health knowledge. Beginning in January 2026, select-all-that-apply questions also began awarding partial credit.<\/p>\n Consistent REx-PN exam prep remains important because failed candidates must wait at least 60 test-free days before retaking the exam and pay the full examination fee for each additional try.<\/p>\n Each repeat exam attempt incurs an expense of CAD $350\u2013$500. As a result, significant emphasis must be placed on the quality of exam preparation. Candidates are able to create a detailed and structured preparation framework that mirrors the computer-adaptive test<\/a> and is tailored to the new 2026 exam to allow them to measure their test readiness.<\/p>\nREx-PN Exam Cost in Ontario<\/h2>\n
REx-PN Exam Cost in British Columbia<\/h2>\n
How Much for REx-PN? Retakes and Repeat Attempts<\/h2>\n
Changing Exam Language or Regulatory Body After Registration<\/h2>\n
REx-PN Passing Rates: What 2026 Candidates Should Know<\/h2>\n
Total Estimated Cost: Putting It All Together<\/h2>\n
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Preparing Smart to Avoid Repeat Exam Costs<\/h2>\n
How Sulcus Learning Supports REx-PN Candidates<\/h2>\n
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