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IGCSE Economics (0455) Past Papers

Download free Cambridge IGCSE Economics past papers, mark schemes, and examiner reports from 2020 to 2025. 18 exam sessions available with question papers for all variants.

About IGCSE Economics Exams

IGCSE Economics past papers test microeconomics, macroeconomics, international trade, and development economics. Questions require data analysis, diagram drawing, and evaluation of policies.

Exam tip: Learn to draw supply/demand diagrams quickly and accurately. For evaluation questions, always consider multiple perspectives.

6
Years Available
18
Exam Sessions
2
Paper Types
3
Variants per Paper

What's included in each session:

QP Question Papers
MS Mark Schemes
ER Examiner Reports
GT Grade Thresholds

Past Papers by Year

2025

Economics 0455 Past Papers

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March
QP, MS, ER
May-June
QP, MS, ER
October-November
QP, MS, ER
2024

Economics 0455 Past Papers

March
QP, MS, ER
May-June
QP, MS, ER
October-November
QP, MS, ER
2023

Economics 0455 Past Papers

March
QP, MS, ER
May-June
QP, MS, ER
October-November
QP, MS, ER
2022

Economics 0455 Past Papers

February-March
QP, MS, ER
May-June
QP, MS, ER
October-November
QP, MS, ER
2021

Economics 0455 Past Papers

March
QP, MS, ER
May-June
QP, MS, ER
October-November
QP, MS, ER
2020

Economics 0455 Past Papers

March
QP, MS, ER
May-June
QP, MS, ER
October-November
QP, MS, ER

0455 Paper Structure

Paper 1
Multiple Choice
45 min • 30 marks
Paper 2
Structured Questions
2 hr 15 min • 90 marks

Prepare for Your Economics Exam

Past papers work best alongside structured revision. Use our free study resources to master each topic before testing yourself.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I download IGCSE Economics past papers for free?
You can download all IGCSE Economics (0455) past papers for free on this page. We have 18 exam sessions from 2020 to 2025, including question papers, mark schemes, and examiner reports for all variants.
Which 0455 papers should I practice?
Start with the most recent papers to see current exam style. For Economics, focus on your tier: Core candidates should practice Papers 1, 3, and 5/6, while Extended candidates should focus on Papers 2, 4, and 5/6. Complete at least 3-5 full papers under timed conditions before your exam.
How do I use 0455 mark schemes effectively?
After completing a paper, mark your answers using the official mark scheme. Look for: key words that earn marks, alternative acceptable answers, and common errors to avoid. Note which topics you lost marks on and prioritize revising those areas. The examiner report provides additional insight into what examiners expect.

Pro tip: Use our Exam Hub to view question papers side-by-side with mark schemes or examiner reports. This makes it easy to check your answers and understand exactly what examiners are looking for — all in one view.