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.
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.
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.
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.
We stand behind our one-to-one preparation with a money-back guarantee. The idea is simple: if you do the work with us and still do not pass, we refund your preparation fees. Because a guarantee is only fair if the terms are clear, here is exactly how it works.
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.
Booking a German exam is simple once you know the steps. You pick your exam, choose a date, register in advance, and pay to confirm your place. This guide walks through how it works for both the telc and the fide exams.
The cost of a German exam depends on the exam and the level. Below is a clear guide to the fees for the telc and fide exams, and to how preparation is priced. Fees can change, so confirm the current price when you book.
If you live in Switzerland or are moving here, your residence permit may ask you to prove your German. The State Secretariat for Migration (SEM) accepts several certificates, including telc and fide, with no distinction as long as the required level is reached. How much German you need depends on your permit type, your canton, and your situation, and it is set by the authorities.
For a Swiss citizenship application you usually need to prove your German with a recognised certificate. The State Secretariat for Migration (SEM) accepts several certificates, including telc and fide, with no distinction between them as long as the required level is reached. You receive a letter stating the level you need and a list of certificates that are valid. The level depends on your canton and your situation and is set by the authorities, not by a language school, so confirm it with the office handling your application, then prepare for a certificate they accept.
