ASI Certification 2 Exam – Registration Now Open for London (Monday 30th November 2026)
We are thrilled to announce that registration is now officially open for UK-based sommeliers to sit the 2026 ASI Certification 2 Exam, taking place in London on Monday 30th November 2026.
Following an incredible year for UK talent, many of the finalists in the 2026 UK Sommelier of the Year competition highlighted their ASI qualifications as a pivotal asset to their success on stage. Achieving an ASI certification not only sharpens your theoretical knowledge and practical service skills under rigorous international standards, but it also gives you the confidence to excel at the highest levels of competition and hospitality.
Advantages of ASI Certification
Global Recognition: ASI certification is globally acknowledged and respected, providing an internationally recognised credential that elevates your professional standing worldwide.
Expertise Validation: ASI exams rigorously test and validate high-level sommelier skills. Passing demonstrates an uncompromised commitment to excellence in beverage service, blind tasting, and theory.
Career Advancement: Holding an ASI credential opens doors to premier career opportunities and leadership roles within the wine and hospitality industries both nationally and internationally.
Networking: Join an elite, global network of sommeliers and industry experts.
Key Exam Information & How to Register
Exam Date: Monday 30th November 2026
Location: London
Registration Deadline: 5:00 PM on November 6th 2026 (or until spaces are filled)
Eligibility: Candidates must be active members of the UK Sommelier Academy (UKSA).
UKSA Member Benefit: UKSA membership fully covers the entry fee for the exam (members receive complimentary entrance for their first attempt at each ASI exam level). Not a member yet?
Important Details:
Capacity: Due to venue limitations, exam places are allocated on a strictly first-come, first-served basis.
Deposit: A refundable £75 deposit and a written commitment of attendance will be requested once your place is confirmed.
For more information on candidate competencies, rules, and exam preparation resources, please visit ASI Information & Resources