HSK test in the UK
Fees and deadlines below are copied from each centre's own page, read on 2026-11-13. Centres set their own fees and often close registration before the official deadline. This list is not every centre in the UK: find the full list on chinesetest.cn.
Unofficial study site · every figure links to an official source
The official deadline for paper-based registration for 13 Dec 2026 is 16 Nov. Several UK centres close earlier, on 13 Nov.
Confucius Institute for Business London (LSE)
London
- Paper-based written HSK only; no speaking test at this centre.
- 13 Dec 2026: centre deadline 13 Nov, 4 pm UK time; results 15 Jan 2027. 2027 dates listed with centre deadlines.
- Fees are non-refundable; one deferral of the same level if you tell them before that sitting's deadline. Registration on your behalf: £25 service fee.
| Test | Fee |
|---|---|
| HSK 1 | £45 |
| HSK 2 | £55 |
| HSK 3 | £65 |
| HSK 4 | £75 |
| HSK 5 | £85 |
| HSK 6 | £95 |
Centre page · read 2026-11-13
Confucius Institute at Bangor University
Bangor, Wales
- Written and oral tests; HSK 3.0 fee table published.
- 13 Dec 2026: registration and payment deadline 15 Nov; results 15 Jan 2027.
- A £10 enrolment fee per person is added to the fees below.
| Test | Fee |
|---|---|
| HSK 1 | £10 |
| HSK 2 | £20 |
| HSK 3 + speaking | £30 + £15 |
| HSK 4 + speaking | £40 + £25 |
| HSK 5 + speaking | £50 + £35 |
| HSK 6 + speaking | £60 + £35 |
| HSK 7–9 | £123.50 |
Centre page · read 2026-11-13
Confucius Institute at the University of Glasgow
Glasgow, Scotland
- Paper-based, in person only (no computer-based or at-home tests).
- 13 Dec 2026: application, documents and payment by 16 Nov 2026, 4:30 pm UK time. 2027 deadlines match the official calendar.
- £10 enrolment fee on top; fees are non-refundable; deferral only before the standard deadline.
| Test | Fee |
|---|---|
| HSK 1 / 2 | £10 / £20 |
| HSK 3 / 4 | £30 / £40 |
| HSK 5 / 6 | £50 / £60 |
| HSK 7–9 | £123.50 |
| Speaking 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 | £15 / £25 / £35 / £35 |
Centre page · read 2026-11-13
Confucius Institute for Scotland
Edinburgh, Scotland
- In person only. Next exam 13 Dec 2026 (HSK 3.0); registration deadline 5 pm, Friday 13 Nov 2026.
- The centre states that from 2027 the speaking test will be mandatory for each level.
- Each item (written, speaking) is booked and paid separately.
| Test | Fee |
|---|---|
| HSK 1 / 2 | £13 / £26 |
| HSK 3 / 4 | £30 / £50 |
| HSK 5 / 6 | £70 / £80 |
| Speaking L3 / L4 / L5 / L6 | £25 / £35 / £45 / £45 |
Centre page · read 2026-11-13
Business Confucius Institute at the University of Leeds
Leeds, England
- As of 2026-11-13 its page lists sittings up to 7 Nov 2026; no December date shown.
- Fees are non-refundable; a paper certificate is not included (request it as an extra score report).
| Test | Fee |
|---|---|
| HSK 1–6 | £10 / £20 / £30 / £40 / £50 / £60 |
| HSKK Primary / Intermediate / Advanced | £15 / £25 / £35 |
Centre page · read 2026-11-13
Nottingham Confucius Institute
Nottingham, England
- Paper-based. 13 Dec 2026: registration 13 Oct – 13 Nov, deadline 12:00 noon 13 Nov; expected results 13 Jan 2027.
- Pay through the University online store first, then register on chinesetest.cn and email your documents.
Centre page · read 2026-11-13
Registering, step by step
- Register and book on chinesetest.cn, choosing the centre and format (paper or computer).
- Pay the centre the way its page says (most centres here use their own online shop, bank transfer or cash). The online status usually changes to “paid” only after the centre reconciles payments.
- Print the admission ticket and bring the same ID you registered with.
Good to know
- Fees differ a lot: HSK 4 costs £40 (+£10) in Bangor or Glasgow, £50 in Edinburgh and £75 at LSE.
- Centres disagree on speaking: LSE says written and speaking need not be taken together; Edinburgh says speaking becomes mandatory for each level from 2027. Follow your centre.
HSK fees in other countries → · How to find a test centre → · Official deadlines → · Speaking-test rules by country →
Frequently asked
How much is the HSK in the UK?
It depends on the centre. Read on 2026-11-13: HSK 4 is £40 + £10 enrolment in Bangor and Glasgow, £50 in Edinburgh, £40 in Leeds and £75 at LSE.
Where can I take the HSK in London?
The Confucius Institute for Business London at LSE runs paper-based written HSK (no speaking).
When is the UK registration deadline for 13 December 2026?
Centre deadlines: LSE, Edinburgh and Nottingham 13 Nov; Bangor 15 Nov; Glasgow 16 Nov (4:30 pm).
Our HSK 4 papers are original and follow the HSK 3.0 Level 4 written structure (70 items). Instant mock score, section drills, a mistake bank and an 8-item daily set. Not past papers, never recalled papers.
Keep reading
Official sources
- Confucius Institute for Business London (LSE): HSK test centre page
- Confucius Institute at Bangor University: exam dates and HSK 3.0 fees
- Confucius Institute at the University of Glasgow: Chinese Proficiency Test
- Confucius Institute for Scotland (Edinburgh): HSK and HSKK
- Business Confucius Institute at the University of Leeds: HSK
- Nottingham Confucius Institute: Chinese Proficiency Tests
- CTI notice: HSK 3.0 officially launched worldwide on 13 Dec 2026 (dates and registration deadlines)
- Chinese Test Service (CTI): 2027 test calendar for HSK, HSK speaking, HSK 7–9, YCT and BCT
- Chinese Test Service Website: information for candidates (registration, refunds, results)
Checked 2026-11-13. HSK Sprint is an independent study service, not affiliated with or endorsed by the Center for Language Education and Cooperation (CLEC / 语合中心), Chinese Testing International or the official HSK. All papers and audio are original. Always confirm details with chinesetest.cn and your test centre.