telc Deutsch B1 – exam in Giessen

The telc Deutsch B1 certificate is the most frequently requested proof: it is used for naturalisation and permanent residence, among other things, and is the minimum requirement in many training and employment contexts. The relevant authority will confirm what applies in your case.

The written part takes about 150 minutes, the oral part around 15 minutes. You get 20 minutes of preparation time before the oral part. Plan for a good 3 hours on site, including registration and briefing.

You pass with at least 60 % in both parts: at least 135 of 225 points in writing and at least 45 of 75 in speaking.

Please bring a valid official photo ID (identity card, passport or residence permit). Without ID you cannot take part. Writing materials and dictionaries are neither permitted nor necessary – we provide everything else.

Marking is done centrally by telc. The result is usually available after about four to six weeks; we will then notify you by email. You will receive the certificate from us afterwards.

Yes. Besides the full exam you can book a single part – this is mainly useful if you have already passed one part and only need to repeat the other. Please note the pass requirements for telc Deutsch B1: You pass with at least 60 % in both parts: at least 135 of 225 points in writing and at least 45 of 75 in speaking.

telc provides free practice tests with audio material for every exam, matching the real exam format – working through at least one of them under timed conditions is the best preparation. We do not offer preparation courses ourselves; we run the exam.

We run our exams digitally on screen. The written part takes place on a PC in the exam room, the oral part as a pair or group exam in person with the examiners. The certificate is identical to the paper exam and equally recognised.

All exams take place at our examination centre at Liebigstraße 14–16, 35390 Gießen – centrally located and easy to reach by bus and train. We will tell you the exact room in the confirmation email; please arrive about 15 minutes before the start.

Choose a date on this page, enter your contact details and pay directly online by card. You will receive a confirmation by email immediately – your place is then firmly reserved. There is no need to register on site or by phone.

Up to 14 days before the exam you can reschedule or cancel free of charge yourself, using the link in your confirmation email. After that, changes are only possible through us and against a processing fee of € 50. The exact terms are set out in our terms and conditions.

Yes, you can retake the telc B1 exam as often as you like – there is no waiting period. Simply book a new date. Whether you have to repeat the whole exam or only one part depends on the pass requirements for this level.