Where to Take the telc Deutsch B1 Exam in Essen
Essen has 5 authorized telc B1 test centers with prices from €165 — here is how to register, prepare, and pass.
Exam Centers in Essen
As of April 2026| Exam Center | Location | Price | Frequency | External | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkshochschule Essen (VHS) | Stadtkern | €165 | Monthly | Register | |
| inlingua Essen | Stadtkern | €180 | Monthly | Register | |
| IBZ Essen (Interkulturelles Bildungszentrum) | Stadtkern | €185 | Monthly | Register | |
| KS++ Sprachschule | Stadtkern | €189 | Weekly | Register | |
| Sprachschule Aktiv Essen | Stadtkern | €225 | Varies | Register |
How to Register
- 1Choose a center based on location, schedule, and price
- 2Check available exam dates on their website
- 3Complete registration online or in person
- 4Pay the exam fee within 5 days of registration
- 5Receive confirmation with exam details
- 6Arrive 30 minutes early with your ID
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Frequently Asked Questions
VHS Essen offers telc B1 exams at €165 for external candidates and €155 for VHS course participants. inlingua Essen charges €180.
Yes, all five listed centers accept external candidates without requiring prior course attendance.
KS++ Sprachschule offers telc exams every Friday (except public holidays), making it the most flexible option in Essen.
Most centers require registration at least 15 days before the exam date. At Sprachschule Aktiv, registration closes 16 days before. Book early as spots fill up.
Arrive 30 minutes early with a valid ID. The written exam takes about 2.5 hours, followed by a 15-minute oral exam conducted in pairs.
Results typically arrive 4-6 weeks after the exam. Your certificate will be sent by post or can be collected at the exam center.
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Start FreeInformation researched April 2026. Prices and schedules change — confirm with your chosen center before registering. Viobean is not affiliated with telc GmbH.