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 2025 Levels Date of Examination Registration Dates
February Level A2 14 February 2025 Until 8 January 2025
April Level A2 4 April 2025 Until 12 February 2025
May Levels A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2 24 May 2025 Until 9 April 2025
October Levels A2 17 October 2025 Until 3 September 2025
November Levels A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2 22 November 2025 Until 8 October 2025

How much does a DELE exam cost?

The prices of Diplomas de Español como Lengua Extranjera (DELE) approved by Instituto Cervantes' Governing Body for 2025 are:

  • DELE A1: €150
  • DELE A2: €163
  • DELE B1: €175
  • DELE B2: €245
  • DELE C1: €258
  • DELE C2: €267
For further information about DELE diplomas click here.