telc Test German
Would you like to officially certify your German language skills and obtain a recognised telc certificate? At SprachUnion, you can register for a telc test for levels A1 to C2 and take the exam at our telc partners in Chemnitz without needing to attend a language course first.
- telc tests for levels A1 to C2
- Officially recognised telc certificate for work, university and the authorities
- telc tests held in Chemnitz at our telc partners' centres
- No need to attend a language course first
- Regular telc exam dates
- telc preparation courses available on request
Do you need a German certificate according to the CEFR? Then you can find all the information about the exams here:
Everything you need to know about the telc Test
Frequently asked questions about the telc tests
telc stands for The European Language Certificates. It is a standardised, internationally recognised language testing system based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
The telc exam tests all the key areas of competence:
- Speaking
- Listening
- Reading
- Language elements (only assessed in specific exams)
- Writing
The scope and difficulty of the tasks vary depending on the language level (A1 to C2). The exams are clearly structured and based on real-life communication situations.
The exam consists of two main parts:
- Oral part (speaking): usually as a partner exam, approx. 15–25 minutes
- Written part (reading, listening, language elements, writing): approx. 70–150 minutes depending on the level
The exams are conducted by trained examiners in line with defined telc assessment criteria.
A telc certificate is internationally recognised and widely accepted by the following institutions:
- Authorities and government offices (e.g. for residence permits, naturalisation)
- Universities and colleges (e.g. as proof of language proficiency)
- Employers both in Germany and abroad
- BAMF integration courses and vocational language courses
In German-speaking countries (Germany, Austria and Switzerland) in particular, a telc certificate is considered a reliable and accepted proof of language proficiency.
Yes, it is possible to sit only individual parts of a telc exam, for example, just the oral or written part. Please contact us in advance via the contact form, by email or by telephone so that we can discuss which options are available to you.
Registration for a telc exam takes place in three steps:
- Get in touch: Please let us know via the contact form or by email which telc exam you would like to take. We will then get back to you with possible exam dates and explain the next steps.
- Register in person: Official registration for the exam takes place at our office in Chemnitz. For this appointment, it is important that you bring your ID and pay the exam fees in full. At a subsequent in-person appointment at one of our partner institutions for telc exams, you will then be intructed on the exam regulations.
- Processing your registration and the exam: Once your personal details have been recorded and you have been informed about the exam regulations, nothing stands in the way of you sitting the exam, which you can take at our telc partner institutions in Chemnitz.
Please note that you should allow approximately two months from the time you register for a telc exam until you receive your certificate. Registering for an exam and processing your details can take up to four weeks, and marking your exam results can also take between four and six weeks.
Yes, on request we also offer personalised telc preparation courses. Our lecturers are qualified telc examiners and therefore know exactly what is required. Depending on your needs, we can focus on specific skills such as speaking, listening, reading, grammar or writing. If you haven’t taken a language course before and are unsure whether you can sit a telc exam at a particular level, our examiners offer a placement test. You can find more information about our courses here. If you have any questions or require further assistance, please email sprachkurse@sprachunion.de.
Important:
There are various telc certificates that you can take exams for. You can find all the relevant information on the official telc website. Before booking an exam, please find out which certificate you need for your purposes and which exams are recognised by the relevant institution. If you have any questions to the telc test, feel free to also contact us. We are happy to assist you with your requests.
Exam dates and costs for telc test
We regularly offer telc tests for the following language levels:
Upon request, we will inquire about available exam dates with our telc partner institutions. Please therefore send us an enquiry via the contact form or by email so that we can let you know the available dates. You can find more information about the exams for the various levels via the links listed below.
On request, we offer telc exam preparation courses that can be tailored to your individual needs. You can book as many sessions (45 minutes each) as you require. You can choose to prepare for a specific section or opt for a general telc exam preparation. If you are unsure whether you already have the required language level for your chosen telc exam, our examiners will be happy to assess your knowledge in advance.
- Preparation for the speaking part: EUR 39.00 per 45-minute session
- Preparation for listening, reading, grammar or writing: EUR 42.00 per 45-minute session
- Placement test: EUR 35.00 for 30 minutes
Step-by-Step: How the telc test works
Find out more about our telc test online. On the left, you can find a list of the telc exams we offer. You can request a specific telc exam online by clicking on your desired language level and submitting a request for your desired telc exam using the request form. We will then send you all further information for the registration via email. If you are unsure of your language level, you are welcome to take a free placement test.
If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us using the form or by sending an email.
The telc language exams usually take place on Fridays. Exam bookings must be made in person. Please come to our office in Chemnitz: Technologie Centrum Chemnitz, Annaberger Str. 240, 09125 Chemnitz. Don’t forget to also bring your ID with you when booking an exam. This is required for the official telc registration.
As a rule, the examination is taken in person. They will be held on the premises of our telc partners in Chemnitz.
Our examiners are certified under the official telc and CEFR standards. They assess written and oral performance objectively and transparently.
You will usually receive your results after approximately four to six weeks. You can collect your telc certificate from our office.
Book your telc test appointment now
Would you like to prove your language skills and obtain a telc certificate? Book your telc test at SprachUnion today. Use the form below or send us an email.
Important information before booking:
- The telc tests follow the official telc standards. Before booking, please check whether the telc certificate is recognised for your specific purpose (e.g. by the authorities or for education or employment).
- It is your responsibility to select the appropriate level. If you are uncertain, we recommend taking our free placement test – please get in touch with us before booking a telc test.

Would you like to verify your German language skills with a telc language certificate? Then you can flexibly book an appointment with us without having to take a language course beforehand. If you have any questions about the exam and the procedure, please get in touch with our contact person for the telc exams
Director of Studies B2C
0371 646 138-14
sprachkurse@sprachunion.de
Contact form for our telc tests
Would you like to take a telc test or do you have any uncertainties regarding the certificate or the exam? Don’t hesitate to contact us, we are happy to assist you and answer all your questions.
Location Chemnitz
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Technologie Centrum Chemnitz
4. Etage, Raum A416
Annaberger Str. 240
09125 Chemnitz - 0371 6461380
- chemnitz@sprachunion.de
Location Berlin
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Boppstraße 7
10967 Berlin-Kreuzberg - 030 213000370
- berlin@sprachunion.de
Location Leipzig
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Schletterstraße 18
04107 Leipzig - 0341 39292480
- leipzig@sprachunion.de
Location Dresden (classrooms only, no on-site office)
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Werdauer Str. 1-3
01069 Dresden - 0371 6461380
- dresden@sprachunion.de