ID RequirementsValid government-issued photo ID required (passport recommended for international candidates). Registration name must exactly match the ID presented on test day.
RenewalNot required
PrerequisitesNone; designed for beginners with basic spoken Chinese (recommended)
Retake PolicyNo mandatory waiting period between HSK attempts. Candidates may register for multiple test dates throughout the year. HSK is offered monthly or bi-monthly at many authorised centres.