fide German exams in Aarau

Fide German test in Aarau: Prove your German language skills with the official Swiss language certification

Ready for the next step on your Swiss journey? The fide test is your official proof of German language proficiency in Switzerland. This nationally recognized certification tests your language skills at levels A1, A2, and B1 based on everyday situations you will encounter in Switzerland.

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   Sara Minerva 
 August 22, 2026
 
 
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I took the Telc B2 German exam there. They were very friendly, professional, and well-organized. We were able to help ourselves to coffee, and they set up a small buffet for us with fruit, cheese, dried fruit, and vegetables. Despite being nervous about the exam, I felt right at home.🤗
  
 
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   Kuriakos Iosifidis 
 September 25, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies whether the original source of the review is Google. I took a B1 exam. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The facilities are modern, new, and clean.
We had enough time to prepare between the written and oral exams.
Everything was very well organized.
  
 
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   Ahmet Can 
 September 16, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies whether the original source of the review is Google. I was there for the FIDE test. The staff were friendly and helpful. That's especially valuable when you're under exam stress.
  
 
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   Svitlana Systaliuk 
 August 20, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies whether the original source of the review is Google. Thank you so much for your message! We’re a little nervous about the exam, but we hope everything went well and that the results will be positive 🙏🤞. Now we’re eagerly awaiting the feedback. Thank you very much, and best regards! 🌷
Best regards, Svitlana
  
 
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   Rolma Ahmad 
 August 15, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies whether the original source of the review is Google. I took my C1 exam at this school and felt very comfortable in the exam room. The atmosphere was pleasant and quiet.

A special thank you goes to Ms. Ana Mari Bergauer, who looked after us during the exam. She was very friendly, attentive, and helpful. Thank you so much for the pleasant atmosphere and the friendly support 🫶🏻😍😌
  
 
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   Prabhdeep Kaur 
 July 31, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies whether the original source of the review is Google. I took my FIDE German exam at the B1 level at ILS and was very satisfied. The team was friendly, professional, and well-organized. The exam procedure was clearly explained, and the atmosphere was calm and pleasant. I felt comfortable during the exam.
  
 
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   Ana Laura 
 July 30, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies whether the original source of the review is Google. I took the FIDE exam at this school and was supervised by a total of four experts. The supervision was truly professional and friendly, as was my stay at the facility.
  
 
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   Izabela Zych 
 July 17, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies whether the original source of the review is Google. A wonderful place with a great atmosphere—highly recommended❣️
I’d like to thank the entire team at ILS St. Gallen from the bottom of my heart for their fantastic support in helping me earn my B1 certificate. It was the best birthday present I could have asked for, and I’m so glad I chose this school.
The atmosphere there is one of a kind—the staff is incredibly warm, attentive, and professional. A special thank you and my appreciation go to the lady who was the first to greet me and take care of me while I was waiting in the group room—thank you so much for your great kindness and your smile, which immediately gave me courage.
The entire team is extremely competent and empathetic in their approach to every student. I felt very well taken care of there. If you’re looking for a place where learning and exams are approached with a lot of passion, then this is the perfect place for you. I wholeheartedly recommend the school and send my regards once again to all the staff ❣️
Finally, I send my warmest regards and a request: Don’t change 🙏❣️ Always stay as wonderful as you are.
Sincerely,
Izabela Zych from Poland ❤️🥰
  
 
 
  
 
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EXAM DATES & PRICES

Prices, exam dates & registration

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

fide test prices

Total fide test:CHF 250
Oral section (speaking & comprehension):CHF 170
Written section (reading & writing):CHF 120
Duplicate fees for the language passport: CHF 35

FIDE TEST IN AARAU

More about our fide tests in Aarau

Learn more about our fide tests in Aarau!

Description

The fide test was initiated by the State Secretariat for Migration (SEM) and is recognized throughout Switzerland. You can use it in your application documents when applying to the authorities for a residence permit extension, when registering for further training, or when looking for a job.

The fide test measures oral and written language skills separately. The fide test consists of a "speaking and comprehension" section and a "reading and writing" section. You can take both sections (speaking/comprehension and reading/writing) or just one section (speaking/comprehension or reading/writing).

The fide test is not a conventional exam with grades. You will not receive a "pass" or "fail" result, but rather the CEFR level (A1, A2, or B1) you have achieved in the various skills, depending on the skills you have demonstrated and your tested language skills (German, French, or Italian).

Our language school ILS-Aarau is accredited by the fide office to administer the fide test and conducts weekly fide tests as well as monthly preparation courses for the fide test.

Registration

The number of places for fide tests at our ILS-Aarau language school is limited. Please register early using the registration form or directly at our school.
You can find the respective registration deadlines 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.

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For exam cancellations up to 20 days before the exam date, only a processing fee of CHF 30 will be charged. For cancellations less than 20 days before the start of the exam, the exam fees must be paid in full.

preparatory courses

Prepare for the fide test at ILS Aarau: attend a preparatory course for the fide test in private or group lessons at ILS Aarau.

results

Graduates will receive their results by mail directly from the fide office in 3008 Bern after approximately four weeks.

The processing time for tests taking place between December 9, 2025, and January 25, 2026, may take slightly longer. Accordingly, the issuance of language passports may take up to 6 weeks instead of the usual 4 weeks after the exam date.

examination duration

Speaking and listening: Approx. 40 min.
Reading and writing: Approx. 65 min.

The fide test takes place twice a week: on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Participants must receive the invitation at least 10 days in advance.

examination venue

ILS-Aarau
Rain 6,
5000 Aarau

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ALTERNATIVES TO THE FIDE TEST

Alternatives to the fide test: Telc & ÖSD exams

In addition to the fide test, Telc and ÖSD are recognized exams for proving German language skills. The fide test is valid in Switzerland, while Telc and ÖSD are internationally recognized.