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Goethe-Zertifikat (A1–C2) (Goethe-Zertifikat)

by Goethe-Institut

Validity: Lifetime validity (institutions may set their own recency requirements)

Levels & Pricing (USA)

A1~$14060–80 min
A2~$15580–100 min
B1~$210170–190 min
B2~$255190–210 min
C1~$285220–240 min
C2~$315240–260 min

Dates & Locations (USA)

Sessions offered regularly at Goethe-Institut locations and partner centers in the US.

Find official US test dates & locations

Why Take This Exam?

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University Admission

C1 commonly required for German-taught degree programs

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Immigration

A1–B1 levels used for family reunification, permanent residency, and citizenship (requirements vary by federal state)

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Career Mobility

Recognized by employers across DACH region

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Personal Achievement

Official proof of German language proficiency

Exam Structure

Lesen (Reading)

Comprehension of various text types

Duration: 45–80 minMax Score: 25

Hören (Listening)

Understanding announcements, dialogues, interviews

Duration: 30–60 minMax Score: 25

Schreiben (Writing)

Composing notes, letters, essays depending on level

Duration: 30–80 minMax Score: 25

Sprechen (Speaking)

Presentations, discussions and role-plays

Duration: 10–20 minMax Score: 25

Recognition

German Universities (B2/C1 typically required)
BAMF and German Government Agencies
Employers in Germany/Austria/Switzerland
EU Blue Card and residency processes