TELC Exam Centers
48 centers worldwide
The European Language Certificates - standardized language tests across Europe
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About TELC Centers
TELC (The European Language Certificates) operates through 48 partner institutions across our monitored countries. As a European-standard certification, TELC exams are recognized by German authorities for visa applications and by universities for admissions. TELC offers a practical approach to language testing.
How to Book TELC Exams
TELC exams are conducted through partner institutions. Contact the center to check available dates and register. Payment is usually required at the time of registration. Bring a valid ID and your registration confirmation on exam day.
Germany(36 centers)
Berlin exam center
Berlin
Essen exam center
Essen
Dortmund exam center
Dortmund
Aachen exam center
Aachen
Düsseldorf exam center
Düsseldorf
Hamburg exam center
Hamburg
Braunschweig exam center
Braunschweig
München exam center
München
Dresden exam center
Dresden
Kassel exam center
Kassel
Köln exam center
Köln
Hagen exam center
Hagen
Iserlohn exam center
Iserlohn
Berlin Friedrichstr exam center
Berlin Friedrichstr
Bayreuth exam center
Bayreuth
Berlin Reinickendorf exam center
Berlin Reinickendorf
Karlsruhe exam center
Karlsruhe
Lüdenscheid exam center
Lüdenscheid
Ulm exam center
Ulm
Wuppertal exam center
Wuppertal
Bayern exam center
Bayern
Darmstadt exam center
Darmstadt
Frankfurt am Main exam center
Frankfurt am Main
Mainz exam center
Mainz
Nürnberg exam center
Nürnberg
Regensburg exam center
Regensburg
Saarbrücken exam center
Saarbrücken
Wiesbaden exam center
Wiesbaden
Frankfurt exam center
Frankfurt
Leipzig exam center
Leipzig
Mannheim exam center
Mannheim
Bielefeld exam center
Bielefeld
Bonn exam center
Bonn
Lübeck exam center
Lübeck
Magdeburg exam center
Magdeburg
Stuttgart exam center
Stuttgart
India(3 centers)
Karnataka(1 center)
Maharashtra(1 center)
Philippines(2 centers)
Tamil Nadu(1 center)
Turkey(2 centers)
Uttar Pradesh(1 center)
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Common questions about TELC exams
What is TELC certification?
TELC (The European Language Certificates) is a German non-profit organization offering standardized language exams across Europe. TELC German certificates are recognized by German authorities, universities, and employers for visa applications, university admissions, and professional purposes.
Is TELC accepted for German visa applications?
Yes, TELC certificates are fully accepted for all types of German visa applications, including spouse visas (A1), work visas (B1/B2), and university admissions (B2/C1). TELC is officially recognized by the German government.
How does TELC compare to Goethe-Institut?
Both are equally valid for official purposes. TELC may offer more flexible exam dates and competitive pricing. The exam format differs slightly, with TELC having a more practical focus. Choose based on availability and convenience in your city.
Why Choose TELC?
TELC certificates are recognized by German universities, employers, and visa authorities worldwide.
TELC certificates never expire. They remain valid for life, though some institutions may prefer recent certificates.
Choose from 48 authorized TELC exam centers across 9 regions.