ÖSD A1 in Istanbul, 24 Oct 2026

ÖSD A1 at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa (listed by ÖSD). Register directly with the exam centre.

Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa (listed by ÖSD)

Istanbul, Turkey

About ÖSD Zertifikat A1

What it is: The Austrian German certificate (Österreichisches Sprachdiplom Deutsch) at level A1.
Level: A1Beginner. You can introduce yourself and handle very simple everyday phrases.
Who needs it: Learners aged 14 and over who need proof of beginner German. ÖSD also names family reunification in Germany and Austria; the receiving authority decides what it accepts. Spouse or family visa: usually A1 German before joining a spouse in Germany. Some applicants are exempt (for example spouses of Blue Card or skilled-worker holders, some nationalities, university degree holders). Check with the German mission that issues the visa.
Who runs it: A licensed ÖSD exam centre
Format: Two modules, certified separately: written (reading 25 min, listening about 10 min, writing 20 min) and speaking (about 10 min on your own, with 10 min to prepare). Offered on paper and digitally (depends on the centre). To pass: at least 38 of 75 points in the written module, with at least 6 in reading, 6 in listening and 4 in writing, and 12 of 25 in speaking.
Fee: Fees vary by level, country and centre; ask your centre.
How to register: Directly with the exam centre, which sets the registration period.
Seats: ÖSD does not publish seat counts.
Results: Your exam centre tells you when. No time limit in principle. Some authorities ask for a certificate under two years old.
Study time: Typical guidance: 80 to 200 lessons of 45 minutes (Goethe).