Telc exams – your key to new opportunities
A telc certificate officially confirms your knowledge of German and is recognized by authorities, employers and educational institutions.
Whether you want to extend your residence permit, apply for naturalization, find a job or start studying - with a telc certificate you can create the language requirements for your next step in Switzerland.
At the Hallo Deutschschule you can register directly for the following exams:
Official language certificates for authorities, employers and universities.
| Your goal | Required level | Course recommendation | Examination |
|---|---|---|---|
| Establishment permit C | A2 written + B1 oral |
German course B1 | Telc Start German 2 + telc German B1 oral |
| Naturalization | A2 written + B1 oral |
German course B1 | Telc Start German 2 + telc German B1 oral |
| Profession | B2 (mostly) | German course B2 | telc German B2 |
| Study | C1 | German course C1 | telc German C1 |
* The requirements differ depending on the canton and the situation.
Examination structure
All telc exams examine the four central language skills and are based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
Read
Listen
Write
Represent speaking
Optimally prepared for the examination
Ready for your official German certificate?
Internationally recognized German Proficiency Certificate.
4 Categories tested:
Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing.
Certificates for levels: A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2
Verification of German language skills for the Swiss citizenship.
4 Categories tested: Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing.
Levels to pass: Listening and Speaking – B1
Reading and Writing – A2