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[What is the DELE?]

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WHAT IS THE DELE?

Official Spanish Language Certification

The DELE Spanish Diplomas are official certifications that attest to your level of proficiency and mastery of Spanish. Awarded by the Instituto Cervantes on behalf of Spain’s Ministry of Education and Vocational Training, they are the perfect way to demonstrate your skills in this language.

What makes the DELE exams special?

The Instituto Cervantes manages all aspects of the DELE exams: from academic and administrative matters to financial matters. All of this is carried out in accordance with Royal Decrees 1137/2002, 264/2008, and 1004/2015.

The Instituto Cervantes manages all aspects of the DELE exams: from academic and administrative matters to financial matters. All of this is carried out in accordance with Royal Decrees 1137/2002, 264/2008, and 1004/2015.

Quality and transparency at every stage

The Instituto Cervantes adheres to the highest international standards in all its processes:

  • Test design: Always tailored to different needs and levels.
  • Management and administration: Including options for special circumstances.
  • Grading: With a clear system for reviewing results.
  • Customer service: Effectively resolving any questions or complaints.

You do not need to take a specific course or have passed previous levels to register for a DELE exam. You choose when and how to take the next step.

 

[The test]

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What It Is

The DELE exams are designed to comprehensively assess your level of Spanish in contexts that are familiar to you, such as personal, public, educational, or professional settings.

¿El objetivo? Reflejar cómo utilizas el idioma en contextos reales.

Speak Spanish your way: all varieties are welcome

Starting at the B1 level, our comprehension tests reflect the richness and diversity of Spanish, including its main varieties. In the oral tests, don’t worry about your accent or the variety of Spanish you use! All ways of expressing yourself in Spanish are equally valid and welcome.

In addition, these tests can be recorded to ensure both quality and transparency in the process.

Exams

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A1
Beginner

The A1 Level Spanish Diploma is your ticket to proving that you have the basic language skills needed to get by in Spanish. This diploma certifies that you are able to:

  • Understand and use common everyday expressions anywhere in the Spanish-speaking world, ideal for meeting immediate needs.
  • Ask for and provide basic personal information, such as details about yourself or your daily life.
  • Interact at a basic level with native speakers, provided they speak slowly and clearly and are willing to help you.
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A2
Basic / Beginner

The A2 Level Spanish Diploma certifies that you have the necessary skills to communicate in Spanish in everyday situations that are relevant to your daily life. This diploma certifies that you can:

  • Understand and use common expressions related to areas relevant to you, such as basic information about yourself and your family, shopping, places of interest, or work-related activities.
  • Participate in simple, straightforward communication, addressing familiar or routine topics. You can also describe in basic terms your past and aspects of your surroundings.
  • Meet immediate communication needs in everyday contexts.
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b1
Basic / Beginner

The A2 Level Spanish Diploma certifies that you have the necessary skills to communicate in Spanish in everyday situations that are relevant to your daily life. This diploma certifies that you can:

  • Understand and use common expressions related to areas relevant to you, such as basic information about yourself and your family, shopping, places of interest, or work-related activities.
  • Participate in simple, straightforward communication, addressing familiar or routine topics. You can also describe in basic terms your past and aspects of your surroundings.
  • Meet immediate communication needs in everyday contexts.
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B2
Basic / Beginner

The A2 Level Spanish Diploma certifies that you have the necessary skills to communicate in Spanish in everyday situations that are relevant to your daily life. This diploma certifies that you can:

  • Understand and use common expressions related to areas relevant to you, such as basic information about yourself and your family, shopping, places of interest, or work-related activities.
  • Participate in simple, straightforward communication, addressing familiar or routine topics. You can also describe in basic terms your past and aspects of your surroundings.
  • Meet immediate communication needs in everyday contexts.
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C1
Basic / Beginner

The A2 Level Spanish Diploma certifies that you have the necessary skills to communicate in Spanish in everyday situations that are relevant to your daily life. This diploma certifies that you can:

  • Understand and use common expressions related to areas relevant to you, such as basic information about yourself and your family, shopping, places of interest, or work-related activities.
  • Participate in simple, straightforward communication, addressing familiar or routine topics. You can also describe in basic terms your past and aspects of your surroundings.
  • Meet immediate communication needs in everyday contexts.
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c2
Basic / Beginner

The A2 Level Spanish Diploma certifies that you have the necessary skills to communicate in Spanish in everyday situations that are relevant to your daily life. This diploma certifies that you can:

  • Understand and use common expressions related to areas relevant to you, such as basic information about yourself and your family, shopping, places of interest, or work-related activities.
  • Participate in simple, straightforward communication, addressing familiar or routine topics. You can also describe in basic terms your past and aspects of your surroundings.
  • Meet immediate communication needs in everyday contexts.
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How to Register

Registering for the DELE exams is a simple process, as long as you follow the instructions and meet the established deadlines. You can do so in two ways:

  • Online: If you are taking the exam in Spain (except for school-level exams), register through this website.
  • At the test center: If you are outside Spain or if you are registering for school-level exams, complete the registration process at a center recognized by the Instituto Cervantes.
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Documents Required to Register

To complete your registration, you will need a unique, active email address and the following documents:

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