What you need to know
Verification audits remain $1,500-$3,000 for most providers. Certification audit pricing has firmed slightly to $4,000-$12,000+ depending on scope. Travel costs unchanged at $500-$2,000 for regional sites. Auditor capacity is tightening — pricing power shifts toward auditors.
The trend
Demand-driven price firming begins. Get quotes from at least three auditors before committing.