German Examinations
A1-C2

Exams @ Goethe-Institut

Goethe-Institut Hongkong offers German exams for adults and young learners at levels A1–C2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Our Goethe certificates are valued worldwide as internationally recognized proofs of language knowledge for visa procedures, professional recognition or registration at a university. 
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branches of the Goethe-Institut are active in 98 countries around the world.

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German exams were taken at the Goethe-Institut exam centres in 2023.

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B1 exams were taken worldwide in 2023.

German Exams in Hong Kong

Transparent, standardized, internationally recognized

The German exams offered by the Goethe-Institut correspond to the levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and range from level A1 for beginners to C2 for the highest level of this framework.

Goethe-Zertifikat
in HKDSE

Starting from 2025, the Goethe-Zertifikat is now officially the stipulated exam for German Language under Category C (other Languages) in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE), provided and administered by Goethe-Institut Hongkong. 

About the German Exams

Examination Schedule

This is where you will find the latest examination schedule for the Goethe-Institut Hongkong.

Exam Preparation

This is where you will find free practice material, assessible and interactive as well, for the modules/exam parts listening, reading, writing and speaking.

CEFR Level A1-C2

This is where you can find an overview of levels A1 to C2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Digital Examinations

This is where you will find the guidelines and advice for candidates taking part in our digital examinations.

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