ITIL Certification: Cost, Requirements & Is It Worth It in the GCC?

## ITIL 4 Foundation
1. **Full official name**: ITIL 4 Foundation.[7][10]
2. **Issuing body/organization**: PeopleCert (on behalf of AXELOS).[1][2][7]
3. **Exam cost in USD**: Standalone exam voucher approximately $600; training bundles typically $1,000-$2,000 (includes exam).[3][4]
4. **Prerequisite requirements**: None (no education or experience required).[1][4]
5. **Typical preparation time**: 2-3 days for training courses.[5]
6. **Renewal cycle**: Every 3 years; requires 20 CPD points and exam retake.[1][4]
7. **Recognized by UAE MOHRE**: Yes; recognized in UAE and GCC.[5][6][10] **By Saudi HRSD**: Yes, essential in Saudi digital economy.[1]
8. **Where to take exam in GCC**: Online proctored via PeopleCert (available in Saudi Arabia, UAE/Abu Dhabi).[1][5][6]
9. **Estimated salary premium for holders in GCC**: Not specified in available data.
10. **Top 3 related/complementary certifications**: ITIL 4 Managing Professional modules (e.g., Drive Stakeholder Value, High-Velocity IT, Direct Plan and Improve).[3]

### NEBOSH
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### MOH
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### CCNP
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