telc
More than 3,000 centers worldwide. Find your nearest location easily with your postal code.
Find a telc centre →Exams & certificates
V‑IZ prepares you. You get your certificate from the exam centre.
An exam is completely optional. Many people learn simply for personal growth or their career and never take one. If you do need a certificate: telc, Goethe, and ÖSD are the three official providers. We prepare you thoroughly; you take the exam in a city of your choice.
Which exam do you need?
Find your goal. We'll show you the right language level.
Goal Level Exam Cost approx.
Visa (family reunification) A1 telc / Goethe 110–155 €
Permanent residence A2 telc / Goethe / ÖSD 130–175 €
Citizenship B1 telc / Goethe / DTZ 130–260 €
Exam centre near you
Find a suitable center using your postal code, register there, and take your exam.
Goethe-Institut
12 Goethe Institutes in Germany and numerous locations abroad.
Find a Goethe location →ÖSD (Austria)
Over 200 centers in Austria and more than 200 locations worldwide.
Find an ÖSD centre →✓ What V-IZ gives you
The complete German course with the Hueber textbook "Schritte plus Neu". You practice pronunciation, letters, and dialogues intensively with the AI trainer. Plus you get a realistic B1 exam simulation. In short: everything you need for telc, Goethe, or ÖSD.
✕ What V-IZ does NOT do
We do not issue official certificates. That is exclusively the role of the state-recognised examination centre. The exam fee (approx. 110 bis 260 € depending on level) is also paid directly on-site to the respective provider.
Frequently asked questions about the exam
Which exam is easier, telc or Goethe?
Both certificates are equally recognized. telc exams are often a bit cheaper and available in more cities. The Goethe Institut, on the other hand, has a very well-known name worldwide, which can be a real advantage especially abroad.
What does the exam cost?
Costs vary by level and provider. For levels A1 to B1, they usually fall between 110 € and 260 €. The B1 exam, which matters most to many of our learners, costs on average around 130 bis 260 €.
How long is my certificate valid?
The certificate itself does not officially expire. However, authorities or embassies (for example for family reunification) often require documents that are no more than 1 year old.
Does V-IZ pay for the exam?
No. The exam fee is paid directly to the external exam center of your choice. V-IZ is the platform for your preparation, the exam itself is a separate process.
Does V-IZ prepare me for the exam?
Yes. V-IZ trains you specifically in all four relevant areas: listening, reading, writing, and speaking. With our video course, the AI trainer, and the official Hueber textbook, we guide you step by step from A1 to B1.
Choose your level and start →Ready to start?
Learn with V-IZ. Go to the exam. Hold your certificate in your hand.