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Mock tests: how to practise before your telc or fide exam

A mock test is one of the most useful things you can do before a real exam. It shows you where your German stands right now, points out what to work on, and takes some of the surprise out of exam day. You can try a mock test online for free, and use it as the starting point for your preparation.

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How to prepare for the fide test in Zürich

The fide test is the Swiss German test recognised by the State Secretariat for Migration (SEM), used for residence permits and citizenship. Good preparation is the difference between guessing and walking in ready. Here is how to prepare in Zürich, and how it works with us.

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How your telc or fide exam result reaches you

Once you have sat your exam, the natural next question is when your result will arrive and how. Here is what to expect, with one honest point up front: we do not mark the exams ourselves, so we cannot promise a date. The exam bodies mark the exams and issue the results.

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telc German exam levels A1 to C1 explained

A telc certificate is an official German qualification, and it comes at every level from A1 for beginners to C1 for advanced speakers. This guide explains what each level means, how the exam works, and what it costs, so you can see where you fit. The level you actually need is set by your employer, school, or the authority you are dealing with, so confirm the requirement with them.

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The fide test explained: format, levels, and what to expect

The fide test is the Swiss German test recognised by the State Secretariat for Migration (SEM). People take it for a residence permit or for citizenship, though it is not the only certificate the SEM accepts. This guide explains how it is built, what levels it covers, and what to expect on the day.

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