Hören (Listening)
Basic everyday conversations and simple announcements
3 parts0 questions
TELC German A1 Practice
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Lesen (Reading)
Emails, websites, signs, and everyday notices
3 parts0 questions
Schreiben (Writing)
Filling out a form and Schreiben (writing) a short letter
2 parts0 questions
Sprechen (Speaking)
Simple introductions and basic conversations
3 parts0 questions
TELC A1 Exam Structure
Receptive Skills
Listening:
3 partsReading:
3 partsProductive Skills
Writing:
2 partsSpeaking:
3 partsOfficial exam context
What the TELC A1 Exam Checks
Start Deutsch 1 / telc Deutsch A1 demonstrates beginner German skills at CEFR A1 for simple everyday communication.
Exam format and timing
The exam consists of a written part and an oral part. It cannot be taken as a partial examination.
Listening
Approx. 20 minutes
Three parts in the written examination.
Reading and writing
45 minutes
Reading has three parts and writing has two parts in the written examination.
Speaking
Approx. 15 minutes
Three parts, usually with four test takers and no preparation time.
Best for
Beginner German proof
Useful for simple everyday communication and contexts where an A1 certificate is requested.
Visa or authority preparation
TELC certificates can be relevant for official routes, but the accepted certificate name must match the authority request.
How to use your practice time
- Simple everyday tasks with multiple-choice, matching, short writing, and spoken prompts.
- Short, clear answers for personal information and everyday needs.
- Listening drills for common public and everyday situations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the exam!
It demonstrates beginner German for simple everyday situations and may be relevant where an authority asks for A1 proof.
TELC describes A1 speaking as usually having no preparation time, so quick simple responses matter.
Short listening, reading and writing tasks, basic personal topics, simple prompts, and partner speaking.
Last reviewed: May 2026. This page is independent exam preparation. For official registration, fees, dates, and accepted certificate rules, check the exam provider and the institution or authority requesting your certificate.