Precautions on the day of the 1st JLPT in 2026 (July)

Oct 5, 2026

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Precautions for the 1st JLPT in 2026 (July) include rules on electronic devices, identity verification, and prohibited conduct such as stealing, recording, or leaking test materials. Test takers must turn off devices, place them in an envelope, and keep them sealed until the listening instruction ends. Identity checks require original Residence Cards and specific document sets based on card status. Additional guidance covers arrival timing, transportation, parking and smoking restrictions, and possible surveillance camera use.

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Electronic devices

Identity verification

Improper behavior

Coming to the test site

Parking or bicycle parking lot

Smoking near the test site

Installation of surveillance cameras

June 15, 2026 Japan Educational Exchanges and Services Precautions on the day of the 1st JLPT in 2026 (July) Before taking the test, please be sure to check "Precautions when taking the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test" on our JLPT website. In addition, please be especially careful of the following seven points. 1．About electronic devices At the test site, using electronic devices is prohibited both during the test time and during breaks. At the start of the first period, when the proctor says “でんげんがきれていることをかくにんしたら、つくえのうえのふうとうにいれて、ふうとうをとじてください。”, please turn off all electronic devices (cell phones, smartphones, smartwatches, etc.), place them in the envelope, and seal it. Do not open the envelope until the listening section (2nd period for N1 and N2, 3rd period for N3 to N5) has ended and the proctor says “ふうとうをあけてもいいです。”. Opening the envelope before this instruction will result in disqualification. Since electronic devices cannot be used during breaks, mobile payment services are not available. Please bring your own water. 2．About identity verification Please bring original Residence Card within validity period. You cannot take the exam if you only have a copy of your Residence Card or other forms of identification. ※If your Residence Card has expired since you submitted your application: Please bring items ① and ②. ① The Residence Card you had at the time of application ② A Residence Card that is valid on the day of the test ※If your Residence Card is currently being renewed and you do not have the original card on hand, please bring items ①, ②, and ③. ① Documentation showing that your Residence Card is being held by the Immigration Services Agency or an administrative scrivener ② A copy of your Residence Card ③ Government-issued photo ID (such as a passport, My Number Card, or driver’s license)※If you have lost your Residence Card: Please bring items ①, ②, and ③. ① Certificate of Loss (a document showing the receipt number of the lost property report) ② A copy of the lost Residence Card or the reissued Residence Card ③ Government-issued photo ID (such as a passport, My Number Card, or driver’s license) ※Among those who applied without a Residence Card, please bring the following (all must be original documents that are still valid) . You will not be allowed to take the test if you do not have these items of identification. 1.Non-native Japanese speakers who have Japanese nationality: “Japanese passport” or “My Number Card and documents indicating nationality such as certificate of residence” 2.Holders of the “Diplomat” or “Official” visa status: “Diplomat passport” or “Official passport” 3.Applicants with Permission for provisional stay: “Provisional Stay Permit” 4.Applicants under the Japan–U.S. Status of Forces Agreement or the UN Forces Agreement: “ID card issued by the respective military” 5.Applicants with provisional release permission: “Provisional Release Permit” 6.Applicants subject to a supervision measure decision: “Supervision Measure Decision Notice” If you are one of above categories [3. to](3. to) 6. and have a passport or My Number Card, please bring them as well. 3．Improper behavior In JLPT, if we find examinees engaging in malicious cheating such as stealing test booklets, recording, or leaking test content, we will report them to the police for charges like fraudulent obstruction of business. Any items used for cheating (cheat sheets, electronic devices, etc.) will be confiscated and not returned. Furthermore, if for any reason the organizer determines that the validity of an examinee's score is questionable, JEES may invalidate your test score, not notify your test result or prohibit you from taking the JLPT in the future. Details about malicious cheatings are provided on the JLPT website under "Precautions when taking the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test" section,(7) and (8) of "3 . Test precautions on the day of the test". Ple

FAQs

What should test takers do with electronic devices during the exam?

Using electronic devices is prohibited during test time and breaks. At the start of the first period, turn off all devices, place them in the envelope, and seal it. Do not open the envelope until the proctor says it is allowed after the listening section ends.

What documents are required for identity verification?

Test takers must bring the original Residence Card within its validity period. If the card expired, is being renewed, or was lost, additional specified items and a government-issued photo ID are required.

What happens if a test taker engages in malicious cheating?

JEES may report malicious cheating to the police, confiscate items used for cheating, and invalidate the test score if validity is questionable. It may also prohibit the person from taking the JLPT in the future.

Oct 5, 2026

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