TOEIC Regular Test Canceled Again... Third Time Since COVID-19 Outbreak

"An Unavoidable Decision Prioritizing Safety"
"Decision to Conduct Additional Regular Exam on May 3"

The regular TOEIC test scheduled for the 29th has been canceled due to the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19).
Photo by Korea TOEIC Committee website capture

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Suwan] The regular TOEIC test scheduled for the 29th has been canceled due to the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19). This is the third cancellation following those on the 29th of last month and the 15th of this month.

On the 19th, the Korea TOEIC Committee announced, "The 400th regular TOEIC test scheduled for the 29th of this month has been canceled."

The committee explained, "Due to the ongoing COVID-19 infection situation and the postponement of school openings to April 6, it has become difficult to use school facilities as test centers, leading to the decision to cancel the test."

The committee also decided to either postpone the test for applicants or refund the test fees. Registered test takers will be able to receive a test voucher for future exams or a refund.

The committee stated, "We deeply regret the significant inconvenience caused to those preparing for employment due to repeated test cancellations," and added, "We ask for your understanding that this was an unavoidable decision made with the safety of test takers and the public as the top priority."

They further stated, "We will strive to conduct TOEIC tests after April 12 under quarantine measures once the COVID-19 situation stabilizes."

Additionally, they said, "We plan to arrange additional test dates soon to alleviate the inconvenience of many test takers who have missed the opportunity to take the exam," and added, "First, we have decided to hold an additional regular test on May 3."

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