GERMAN EXAMS IN BASEL

fide-Test in Basel: Demonstrate your German language skills with the official Swiss language certification

Ready to take the next step on your Swiss journey? The fide-Test is your official proof of German language skills in Switzerland. This nationally recognized certification tests your language skills at levels A1, A2 and B1 using everyday situations that you will encounter in Switzerland.

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I took a FIDE test today. I was very nervous, but I was really happy to see the kind and warm faces there that helped me feel more at ease. The receptionist was also very informative and helpful.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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A very good experience. I was there for an exam; the staff are friendly and well-organized.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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November 2024. I took the TELC exam at ILS Basel and was very satisfied. The exam was well organized, the atmosphere was calm and friendly, and the staff was professional and attentive. Everything went smoothly and pleasantly, and I came away with nothing but positive impressions.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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Thanks to ILS Basel , I can now write my review in German! I first took the A2 course here, then the B1 and B2 courses. 🎉 I’d especially like to mention my teacher, Chris Stettler, who taught me in both the B1 and B2 courses. 🌺 She always encouraged me to speak up, improve my German, and not be afraid to try new things. Chris is a wonderful teacher—friendly, patient, positive, very knowledgeable, and extremely dedicated. She answers every question thoroughly, explains everything in great depth, and takes plenty of time for each student. Her motivation and enthusiasm for learning German are contagious, and you can tell right away how much she cares about her students. Anyone who has the chance to learn from her can consider themselves truly lucky! 🪷🌸🌺 I also often attended the conversation classes on Fridays from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Chris is always exceptionally well-prepared, brings up interesting topics, and makes sure the classes are fun. 🌞🌻🗣️ You meet nice people, can make new international friends, and learn a lot in the process. 🌎 ILS Basel is very well organized. The classrooms are clean and nice, and the staff in the office is very friendly. 🤗🇨🇭 I plan to take the TELC B2 exam here as well. Many thanks to the entire ILS team, my first teacher Nathalie (A2—my review in English), and my other teacher Chris Stettler! ♥️
  
 
 
 
 
 
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The TELC exam was an exciting and positive experience for me. Everything was very well organized, precise, and ran smoothly. The exam proctors and the entire staff were extremely friendly and helpful. I felt comfortable throughout the entire process and can wholeheartedly recommend the exam center.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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I recommend improving the audio quality during the listening test, perhaps by using a device other than a laptop.
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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TEST DATES & PRICES

Prices, exam dates & Registration

Here you will find all the necessary information about our fide tests in Basel.

fide-Test

Complete fide-Test: CHF 250.
Oral part(speaking & understanding): CHF 170.-
Written part(reading & writing): CHF 120.-
The duplicate fee for the language pass: CHF 35.

FRIDAY

fide-Test Basel Exam dates (oral and/or written) A1/A2/B1

Exam date
Friday		Registration and deregistration periodFree placesStart
04.09.202620.08.20260From 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
11.09.202627.08.20260From 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
18.09.202603.09.20260From 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
25.09.202610.09.20263From 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
02.10.202617.09.202613From 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
09.10.202624.09.202612From 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
16.10.202601.10.202616From 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
23.10.202608.10.202614From 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
30.10.202615.10.202616From 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
06.11.202622.10.202616From 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
13.11.202629.10.202616From 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
20.11.202605.11.202616From 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

THURSDAY

fide-Test Basel Exam dates (oral and/or written) A1/A2/B1

Exam date
Thursday		Registration deadlineFree placesStart
03.09.202619.08.20260From 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
10.09.202626.08.20260From 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
17.09.202602.09.20260From 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
24.09.202609.09.20265From 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
01.10.202616.09.202612From 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
08.10.202623.09.202612From 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
15.10.202630.09.202613From 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
22.10.202607.10.202616From 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
29.10.202614.10.202615From 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
05.11.202621.10.202616From 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
12.11.202628.10.202616From 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
19.11.202604.11.202616From 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

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More about our fide tests in Basel

Find out more about our fide tests in Basel!

The fide-Test was initiated by the State Secretariat for Migration (SEM) and is recognized throughout Switzerland. You can use it with the authorities to extend your residence permit, at Registration for further training or when looking for a job in your application documents.

At the fide-Test oral and written language skills are measured separately. The fide-Test is made up of a "speaking and understanding" part and a "reading and writing" part. You can either complete both parts (speaking / understanding and reading / writing) or just one part (speaking / understanding or reading / writing).

The fide-Test not a typical graded exam. You will not receive a “pass” or “fail” result, but rather a classification based on the CEFR levels (A1, A2, or B1). This classification is recorded in the Language Passport, the official document of the fide test.

Our language school ILS-Basel is accredited by the fide office to take the fide-Test and conducts weekly fide tests as well as monthly preparation courses for the fide-Test .

The number of places available for the fide tests at our language school ILS-Basel is limited. Please register early using the registration form or directly with us on site.
The respective registration deadline can be found in the table "fide-Test Dates & registration deadlines".

Please note that the examination fees must be paid in full by the day of the examination at the latest. Otherwise the participant will be excluded from the examination.

Cancellations up to 20 days before the examination date will only incur a processing fee of CHF 30. Cancellations less than 20 days before the start of the examination must be paid in full.

Prepare for the fide-Test at ILS-Basel : Visit a preparation course for fide-Test in private or group lessons at ILS-Basel.

fide-Test Preparation course

You will receive your Language Passport and test results by mail from the fide office within 4 weeks of taking the test.

Oral section: 40 minutes
Written section: Introduction approx. 15 minutes, test 60 minutes

The fide-Test takes place twice a week: On Tuesday and Thursday. Participants must receive the invitation at least 10 days in advance.

ILS-Basel
Güterstrasse 137
4053 Basel

ALTERNATIVES

Alternatives to fide-Test: Telc & ÖSD exams & SDS exams

In addition to the fide-Test , SDS, Telc, and ÖSD fide-Test recognized exams for proving German language proficiency. The fide-Test the Swiss Digital Language Test (SDS) are valid in Switzerland, while Telc and ÖSD are internationally recognized.

Telc exams at the ILS

ÖSD exams at the ILS

SDS examinations at ILS

ILS-FILIALS

ILS fide-Test examination centers

Our fide tests take place at several locations. Choose the right center near you and secure your test date!

GERMAN EXAMS IN BASEL

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

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The fide-Test was developed on behalf of the State Secretariat for Migration (SEM). With the fide-Test you can have your German language skills certified. The test tasks are related to the German levels A1 - B1 and refer to different everyday situations such as at work, a doctor's visit, shopping or at the municipality. The fide-Test is divided into two parts; an oral part (speaking and understanding) and a written part (reading and writing).

The fide-Test is open to anyone 16 years of age or older.

People with a disability can also participate in fide-Test . Special rules apply to them, which are agreed upon together with the examination institution and the fide office.

You can contact one of our ILS International Langue Schools directly or Register via the registration form. When Registration for the fide-Test , you can choose between the whole part (oral and written) or just one of the exam parts (oral or written).

IMPORTANT: The number of places is limited. Please register early!

The entire test (oral and written) costs CHF 250.

Only the oral part (speaking and understanding) costs CHF 170.

Only the written part (reading and writing) costs CHF 120.

Oral section: 40 minutes
Written section: Introduction approx. 15 minutes, test 60 minutes

The fide-Test administered twice a week: on Thursday and Friday afternoons. The exact test times are usually announced to participants 1–2 weeks before the test date.

You will receive your fide-Test result directly by post approx. 4 weeks after taking the fide-Test test. Unfortunately, no information regarding the test results can be given over the phone.