German Language Examinations in Germany and worldwide

German language examinations: descriptions

Our examinations   deutsch

Goethe-Institut examinations are well known throughout the world and the associated certificates are accepted as a qualification by employers and further education institutions in many countries.
German language examinations worldwide

Examinations in your country   deutsch

You can take your examination at a Goethe-Institut or one of the centres run by the GI’s examination partners elsewhere in the world.
German language examinations in Germany

Examinations in Germany   deutsch

In Germany you can take an examination at 12 Goethe-Instituts or with any examination partners.

Disability neutral exam training material B2

Online practice exam for those interested in a German exam at the medium level (Goethe-Zertifikat B2) – disability-neutral and therefore especially suited for people with disabilities.

The new German test for Immigrants

is intended for immigrants, who desire to live in Germany for a substantial amount of time.

Immigration of Spouses

Frequently asked questions and a sample-exam regarding the “Sprachnachweis” for husbands or wives joining his or her spouse in Germany

Frequently asked questions

about our examinations