HSK & HSKK 2026 test dates
The full 2026 schedule for Vietnam — HSK 1–6 with HSKK, the advanced HSK 7–9, test centers, registration windows and reference fees.
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Quick answer
In 2026 the HSK 1–6 (taken with the HSKK) is offered on 11 dates, and the advanced HSK 7–9 only twice — May 9, 2026 and November 22, 2026. Centers in Vietnam each open their own registration window, so confirm dates with your center. Start practicing.
HSK 1–6 + HSKK (11 sittings)
| # | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Saturday | |
| 2 | Sunday | |
| 3 | Saturday | |
| 4 | Saturday | |
| 5 | Sunday | |
| 6 | Saturday | |
| 7 | Sunday | |
| 8 | Sunday | |
| 9 | Saturday | |
| 10 | Saturday | |
| 11 | Sunday |
HSK 7–9 (advanced, computer-based only)
| Date | Day | Registration closes (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday | ||
| Sunday |
Test centers in Vietnam
Hanoi
- Viện Khổng Tử – ĐH Hà Nội
- ĐH Ngoại ngữ – ĐHQG Hà Nội (ULIS)
- ĐH Phenikaa
Ho Chi Minh City
- ĐH Sư phạm TP.HCM
Da Nang
- ĐH Đông Á
Thai Nguyen
- ĐH Thái Nguyên
Hai Duong
- ĐH Thành Đông
Registration deadlines
Paper-based registration typically closes about 30 days before the exam; computer-based about 10–12 days before. Each Vietnamese center publishes its own opening window — track the center you plan to sit at so you do not miss it.
Reference fees
| Exam package | Reference fee |
|---|---|
| HSK 3 + HSKK Beginner | 1,350,000 VND |
| HSK 4 + HSKK Intermediate | 1,620,000 VND |
| HSK 5 + HSKK Advanced | 1,900,000 VND |
| HSK 6 + HSKK Advanced | 2,160,000 VND |
| HSK 7–9 | 2,250,000 VND |
Reference only (effective Jan 1, 2026) — confirm the exact fee with your test center; it may vary by center and is not a price commitment. Compiled from Vietnamese test-centre announcements, cross-checked against the official Chinesetest calendar.
Schedule FAQ
How many HSK exam sittings are there in 2026?
HSK 1–6 (taken together with the HSKK speaking test) has 11 sittings across the year, while the advanced HSK 7–9 runs only twice — on May 9, 2026 and November 22, 2026, computer-based only. Not every test center offers every date.
When does registration close?
As a rule of thumb, paper-based registration closes about 30 days before the exam and computer-based about 10–12 days before. In Vietnam each center announces its own registration window on its page, so confirm with the center you plan to sit at.
Where can I take the HSK in Vietnam?
Main centers include the Confucius Institute at Hanoi University, ULIS-VNU and Phenikaa University in Hanoi, HCMC University of Education, Dong A University in Da Nang, and centers in Thai Nguyen and Hai Duong.
Do I have to take the HSKK with the HSK?
In Vietnam the HSK is usually registered together with the matching HSKK level, so the dates are shared. Always check the exact requirement with your test center.
Is the HSK 2.0 or HSK 3.0 format being used?
The standard is transitioning from HSK 2.0 to the new HSK 3.0. The two systems run in parallel and old certificates stay valid — follow the official announcements for the format on your sitting. HSK Ace builds its practice around HSK 3.0.
Dates follow the national/international HSK calendar; availability varies by center. Always confirm with the official site (chinesetest.cn) or your local test center before you register.