In FY 2026, the temporary suspension from April 17 to 29 ended, and tests through March 10, 2027 are currently listed. Dates and availability vary by venue.
For current venues, dates, and availability, see Prometric's SSW (i) Accommodation Evaluation Test page.
Exam fee in Japan: ￥7,700 (tax included)
Test fees overseas vary by country. See Prometric's country-specific test fees.
You can view the result notice in your Prometric account within 5 business days after the test date.
Within about 30 days after the test, successful candidates' ID numbers are published on the Accommodation Industry Skills Test Center official website.
After an employment contract is concluded, both the successful candidate and the accepting organization apply for the certificate of passing.
Written Exam
| Number of Questions | 30 Questions |
| Category | Front desk work, public relations/planning work, customer service, restaurant service, safety and hygiene, and other basic knowledge |
| Test Time | 60 minutes for the entire exam (written・practical) |
| Format | Three-choice Questions |
| Test Method | CBT Method |
| Passing Criteria | 65% or more for both the written exam and the practical exam |
Practical Exam
| Number of Questions | 6 questions |
| Format | Three-choice Questions |
| Test Method | CBT Method |
| Passing Criteria | 65% or more for both the written exam and the practical exam |
For more details, refer to this page.