GIAC Testing Environment Options
All GIAC certification exams are web-based and required to be taken in a proctored environment.
Per the “GIAC Exam Testing Modality” clause of the GIAC Candidate Agreement both options may not be available for every attempt.
Please Note: Due to U.S. sanctions and export compliance regulations, GIAC certification exams cannot be administered—either in-person or online—in the following countries and regions: North Korea, Russia, Syria, Crimea Region of Ukraine, Donetsk People's Republic (Ukraine), Luhansk People's Republic (Ukraine), Cuba, Afghanistan, Belarus, Iran, Venezuela, Yemen, Somalia, China (includes Hong Kong), Iraq, and Palestine. We appreciate your understanding and compliance with these legal restrictions.
Testing On-Site with Pearson VUE
Learn more about testing on-site with Pearson VUE.
Testing Remotely with ProctorU
Learn more about testing remotely with ProctorU.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I take a GIAC certification exam if I live in a sanctioned country?
A: Unfortunately, no. Due to U.S sanctions and export compliance regulations, GIAC is prohibited from offering certification exames – whether in person or online- in certain countries and regions.
Q: Which countries and regions are included on the sanctioned list?
A: The following countries and regions: North Korea, Russia, Syria, Crimea Region of Ukraine, Donetsk People's Republic (Ukraine), Luhansk People's Republic (Ukraine), Cuba, Afghanistan, Belarus, Iran, Venezuela, Yemen, Somalia, China (includes Hong Kong), Iraq, and Palestine.
