fide German exams in Zurich

Fide Test German in Zurich: 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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   Ines Macic 
 October 20, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies whether the original source of the review is Google. 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 competent, 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 immediately tell how much she cares about her students. Anyone who has the chance to learn from her can truly consider themselves 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, 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 are 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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   Osama Murad 
 October 18, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies whether the original source of the review is Google. Dear Sir or Madam, I did well on the exam, and the testing location was very quiet. Thank you very much for your support.
  
 
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   Tetiana 
 October 10, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies whether the original source of the review is Google. Dear Sir or Madam, Today I took the telc B2 exam at your school. I was very satisfied—everyone was very friendly. The woman who administered the exam was very kind, pleasant, and approachable. The atmosphere in the classroom was calm and comfortable. Thank you very much. If I did not pass the exam, I would be happy to return to your school. Sincerely, T. Hrynishak
  
 
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 September 27, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies whether the original source of the review is Google. I was particularly impressed by the friendly welcome at the front desk and the attentive assistance I received during the exam.
  
 
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   László Udvardi 
 August 14, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies whether the original source of the review is Google. 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 test center.
  
 
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   Edina März 
 August 10, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies whether the original source of the review is Google. The FIDE exam was not only well-organized but also truly enriching. The questions were challenging, yet designed in such a way that it was actually enjoyable to think them through. It felt like a place where expertise and fairness truly came together.
  
 
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   Vitalina Kantseliarenko 
 June 23, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies whether the original source of the review is Google. I had a positive experience with the exam at the ILS School. Everything went very well. The examiners were friendly, the rooms were spacious, and the atmosphere was calm. I would definitely recommend the school.
  
 
 
  
 
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EXAM DATES & PRICES

Prices, exam dates & registration

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

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 ZURICH

More about our fide tests in Zurich

Learn more about our fide tests in Zurich!

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 Zurich 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 language school ILS Zurich 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 Zurich: attend a preparatory course for the fide test in private or group lessons at ILS Zurich.

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 Zurich
Hagenholzstrasse 81a,
8050 Zurich

Personal consultation at ILS

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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.