The Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) will be held in Cotonou, Benin on Sunday, December 6, 2026. The official JLPT directory lists IFE Foundation International as the local host institution for the December test in Cotonou.
Key information
- Test date: Sunday, December 6, 2026
- Test city: Cotonou, Benin
- Local host institution: IFE Foundation International
- Registration: The local notice states that registration is expected to run from August 1 to August 31, 2026. The official JLPT guidance notes that registration periods vary by city, so applicants should confirm the final schedule with the local host.
How to confirm registration
- Review the official JLPT process for taking the test overseas.
- Check the official directory entry for Benin and Cotonou.
- Confirm the application procedure, eligibility, fees and payment instructions with the local host using the contact details published in the official JLPT directory.
The official directory lists the Benin host contact number as +229 21 38 54 19. Applicants travelling from Nigeria should confirm travel, registration and identification requirements before making arrangements.
