
Official registration steps and fees for CILS exams
Conquer the Italian Language: Complete Guide to Proficiency Tests: Official registration steps and fees for CILS exams
The official registration steps and fees for CILS (Certification of Italian as a Foreign Language) exams are as follows:
Registration Steps:
- Choose your exam level based on your proficiency and purpose (e.g., B1 Cittadinanza for Italian citizenship).
- Find an authorized CILS exam center near you or an official partner institution.
- Complete and submit the registration form provided by the exam center or institution.
- Provide a copy of a valid identification document (passport or ID card).
- Pay the exam fee and any applicable administration fees as instructed by the exam center.
- Register at least 6-8 weeks before the exam date, respecting the registration deadlines specific to each exam session.
- Once registration documents and fees are received, candidates receive confirmation and further instructions on exam day and results access.
Fees (approximate and may vary by location):
- A1: around 40 EUR to £130
- A2: around 40 EUR to £140
- B1 standard: around 90-185 EUR/£
- B1 Cittadinanza (citizenship exam): around 100-185 EUR/£
- B2: around 105-195 EUR/£
- C1: around 135-215 EUR/£
- C2: around 160-245 EUR/£
- Administrative fee: typically around 30 EUR or a separate administration fee (e.g., $160 in Melbourne)
Additional notes:
- Payment methods include bank transfer, credit card, cash, or check depending on the center.
- Exam fee payment instructions are usually provided after the registration form is accepted.
- Registration forms and instructions differ by country and test center.
- Some centers require a minimum number of candidates to open a specific exam level.
- Results become available online via the University of Siena portal with a candidate ID.
Key deadlines depend on exam session dates; for example, 6-8 weeks prior to the scheduled exam date is typical.
These registration steps and fees are based on official exam centers such as the University for Foreigners of Siena and various Italian Cultural Institutes worldwide, with slightly varying procedures and costs by location. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
If desired, more precise registration links and fee details can be provided for a specific exam center or country.