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ICAS accredited qualifications and exemption information

To apply for an ICAS CA exemption with a qualification or degree that is accredited by ICAS, access the Exemption Portal and complete the relevant application.

ICAS accredited qualifications
Find out more about ICAS accredited qualifications and exemption information.
Information for Universities
Learn how university courses gain ICAS accreditation to qualify their graduates for exemptions from the CA qualification.
Apply for assessment exemptions
Here we explain how to find out if you are eligible for assessment exemptions from the ICAS Chartered Accountant qualification.

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