Mastering the local language is the key to professional and social integration in Switzerland.
The fide test gives you the opportunity to prove your German skills. The test is recognized by all authorities and consists of two parts:
- Speaking and Understanding
- Reading and Writing
Based on your results, your German proficiency will be designated as A1, A2, or B1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). The exam results for oral and written skills are described separately.
You may register for the complete fide test or only for the written or oral part.
On the day of the exam, you must bring a valid ID. You will receive your exam results and the language passport by post directly from the fide office within four weeks.
4.-5.6. (registration / cancellation deadline: 13.5.)
18.-19.6. (registration / cancellation deadline: 28.5.)
23.-24.7. (registration / cancellation deadline: 2.7.)
13.-14.8. (registration / cancellation deadline: 23.7.)
27.-28.8. (registration / cancellation deadline: 6.8.)
17.-18.9. (registration / cancellation deadline: 27.8.)
1.-2.10. (registration / cancellation deadline: 10.9.)
15.-16.10. (registration / cancellation deadline: 24.9.)
5.-6.11. (registration / cancellation deadline: 15.10.)
26.-27.11. (registration / cancellation deadline: 5.11.)
10.-11.12. (registration / cancellation deadline: 19.11.)
Glockengasse 4, 4051 Basel
To register, please bring the following documents to our reception desk at Dufourstr. 50, 4052 Basel:
- A completed and signed registration form
- Your current Swiss residence permit
- Payment of the exam fees (credit/debit card, payment confirmation from the RAV, social services, etc.)
Cancellation or postponement of your exam is possible without fee up until three weeks before the exam date. After that date, 100% of the exam fee is forfeited and no refunds are possible.
The rules for participating in the fide test are here:
