Ideal if you'd like to ...
- demonstrate that you have a basic knowledge of German
- prove that you have successfully reached level A2
- be issued with an official and internationally recognized certificate
The Goethe-Zertifikat A2 is a German exam for adults. It requires elementary language skills and corresponds to the second level (A2) on the six-level scale of competence laid down in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
Passing the exam demonstrates that you can ...
- understand and use sentences and common expressions in everyday situations,
- make yourself understood in simple, routine situations demanding an exchange of information on familiar and common topics,
- describe your background and education, immediate surroundings and other matters associated with your immediate needs in a simple way.
Acceptance of GI Exams Start Deutsch 1 and 2 at Universities
The Start Deutsch 1 and 2 exams are enjoying increasing popularity worldwide. The Goethe-Institut in Japan has also seen a steady increase in the number of participants in recent years.
Exam dates
*) The cheaper price displayed applies if you have already participated in a German language course at the Goethe Institute in the past six months. The six months refer to the period between when the language course ended and the date of the German language exam. In this case, the price will change automatically during the booking procedure. If not, please contact the course office.
*Partial repetition:
If you would like to register for a partial retake of the exam (written or oral), please book the partial retake using the separate online registration form. Under ‘Other’, please enter the part of the exam you wish to retake.
Exclusive Discount for Exam Participants!
All participants of a German exam at the Goethe-Institut Tokyo receive an 8% discount on language courses at the Goethe-Institut Tokyo!
Conditions:
This offer applies exclusively to bookings of a complete German exam or at least three modules through the Goethe-Institut Tokyo. The personal discount code will be sent by email after the publication of the exam results. It is non-transferable and valid for six months. Combining this offer with the early booking discount is not possible. Participants of TestDaF exams and exams from external partners are excluded from this offer.
Practice materials
Accessible and interactive sample papers and practice exercises to help you prepare online are available here.
Further information
Requirements, exam contents and further information on the Goethe-Zertifikat A2 exam are available here: