Exam Format

• Exam Code: CIPP/CN
• Level: Regionally focused privacy credential on Chinese data protection law
• Duration: 2.5 hours (150 minutes), including a 15-minute break 
• Passing Score: A scaled score of 300 out of 500 
• Unscored Content: Includes 15 unscored (trial) questions alongside 75 scored items 

Exam Details

• Question Types: Multiple-choice, scenario-based questions focused on Chinese legal and regulatory contexts 
• Number of Questions: 90 total (75 scored + 15 unscored)
• Hands-On Questions: None — fully knowledge-based

Exam Policies

• Rescheduling Policy: Must reschedule or cancel at least 48 hours before the scheduled exam appointment via Pearson VUE.
• Waiting Period: Candidates must wait before retaking after a failed attempt according to IAPP retake policy.
•  Retake Fee: Full exam fee must be paid for each retake attempt.

Validity

• Certification Validity: 2 years (consistent with other IAPP CIPP credentials) 
• Renewal Options: Requires either an IAPP membership (which includes the Certification Maintenance Fee) or payment of the $250 USD Certification Maintenance Fee (CMF) for non-members, plus completion of 20 Continuing Privacy Education (CPE) credits every two years 

Exam Fee

• Exam Fee: $799 USD (IAPP member price; non-member fee may differ)
• Taxes: Country-specific VAT/GST may apply
• Example (India): In India, 18% tax applies, making the total $942.82 USD ($799 + $143.82 tax).

Prerequisites

• There are no mandatory prerequisites for the CIPP/CN exam. However, it is recommended to have:
  
•  Understanding of privacy and data protection principles
  
•  Familiarity with China’s cybersecurity and data protection regulations
  
•  Experience in compliance, risk management, or data governance roles.

Exam Topics

• Introduction to Personal Information Protection in China: constitutional/consumer/cybersecurity-related legal context including PIPL, DSL, CSL, and related administrative regulations and standards 
• Supervisory Authorities: roles of regulatory and judicial bodies overseeing enforcement in China 
• Sectoral Regulations: Privacy requirements across verticals such as financial services, healthcare, children’s data, marketing, employment, and criminal records, including compliance tactics and enforcement considerations 

Intended Audience

• Privacy and compliance officers in multinational or local organizations operating in China
• Policy or legal advisors specializing in Chinese data protection law
• Consultants and auditors focusing on Chinese personal information regulation

Career Impact

• Jobs You Can Get: Privacy Analyst, Data Protection Specialist, Compliance Manager, Privacy Consultant, Regulatory Advisor
• Average Salary:
  China: CNY 200,000–CNY 450,000 per year
  U.S.: $90,000–$140,000 USD
  India: ₹10,00,000–₹30,00,000 INR
  United Kingdom: £55,000–£90,000 GBP
• Why It’s Valuable: Recognized globally as a leading certification for Chinese privacy law expertise and regulatory compliance knowledge.

Exam Mode

• In-person at global testing centers (over 6,000 worldwide)
• Online via OnVUE remote proctoring 

Exam Booking Link

• Purchase via MyIAPP account and schedule through Pearson VUE via link provided after purchase
• Certification activation requires either IAPP membership or CMF payment and completion of CPE credits

Once you pass the exam

•  Certification status updated in IAPP portal
•  Download digital badge and certificate
•  Maintain certification through CPE credits
•  Access IAPP professional resources and global privacy community

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