Exam Domains

1 Comprensione della Lettura — Reading (newspaper extracts, personal letters, advertisements) 25%

2 Produzione Scritta — Writing (personal letter, short essay, describe an experience) 25%

3 Comprensione dell'Ascolto — Listening (interviews, radio reports, conversations) 25%

4 Produzione Orale — Speaking (discuss everyday topics, express opinions, describe plans) 25%

Exam Details

Online ProctoringNot available

ID RequirementsValid government-issued photo ID (passport, national identity card, or equivalent) required at the exam centre.

RenewalNot required -- CELI and CILS certificates have lifetime validity — they do not expire.

PrerequisitesNone; recommended ~250–350 hours of Italian study (recommended)

Retake PolicyNo official waiting period. Candidates may re-sit at the next available exam session (exams held 2–4 times per year depending on centre and level).

LanguagesItalian

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