What is DELE?

DELE

Why is it a Valuable Qualification?

The Diploma de Español Lengua Extranjera (DELE) is an official qualification attesting to a command of the Spanish language issued by the Instituto Cervantes (the Government of Spain’s official organisation for promoting Spanish). It is recognised internationally and valid indefinitely. It can be obtained by sitting and passing the appropriate exam (there are three examination sessions each year).

Why is it a valuable qualification?

DELE certificates are internationally recognized and valid indefinitely. They enjoy great prestige, not only among public and private educational institutions and authorities, but also in the business world and in Chambers of Commerce.

How to obtain your DELE certificate

It can be obtained by sitting and passing the appropriate exam. The University of León's Language Centre is an Official DELE Test Centre and offers its students various testing periods along with DELE preparatory courses.

DELE Examination Sessions 2024 Levels Date of Examination Registration Dates
February Level A2 16 February 2024 Until 10 January 2024
April Level A2 12 April 2024 Until 21 February 2024
May Levels A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2 17 May 2024 Until 3 April 2024
October Levels A2 18 October 2024 Until 4 September 2024
November Levels A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2 22 November 2024 Until 9 October 2024

How much does a DELE exam cost?

The prices of Diplomas de Español como Lengua Extranjera (DELE) approved by Instituto Cervantes' Governing Body for 2024 are:

  • DELE A1: €112
  • DELE A2: €134
  • DELE B1: €170
  • DELE B2: €201
  • DELE C1: €219
  • DELE C2: €234
For further information about DELE diplomas click here.