Japanese Language Proficiency Test
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In the UK the test is administered by the SOAS Japan Research Centre (and separately at Cardiff University and the University of Edinburgh) on behalf of the Japan Foundation.
What is the Japanese Language Proficiency Test?
The JLPT is an internationally recognised qualification for non-native speakers, sponsored by the Japan Foundation. In the UK the test is administered by the SOAS Japan Research Centre on behalf of the Japan Foundation. Please visit the official JLPT website by the Japan Foundation for general information.
See our JLPT FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions.
JLPT in London
JLPT in London July 2022
The 2022 JLPT will be held on Sunday, July 3 at SOAS University of London. The registration for the July 2022 JLPT test at SOAS is now closed. The maximum number of participants has been reached.
Fees and Payment
Fee: £100
You will be directed to make your payment once you have completed the online application form (Payment links will be available after you have completed the form).
No refund will be given under any circumstances once payment has been accepted, unless cancellation is made by the Japan Foundation, the Japan Education Exchanges and Services or the Japan Research Centre at SOAS University of London.
The JLPT Test Guide
Download the JLPT Test Guide July 2022 (pdf; 9mb) .
The test Guide is just for your information. Please note that there is no need to print out the form in the Guide and hand it in person. The application for JLPT in London is done only via online form.
Contact Us
Please contact us should you have any queries.
SOAS JLPT Office: jlpt@soas.ac.uk