The State Certificate Examination in Polish as a Foreign Language (B2) is the official exam confirming your Polish language proficiency.
A B2 certificate is commonly required for:
- Applying for Polish citizenship
- Admission to Polish universities
π Where Can You Take the Exam
The exam is held several times a year at authorized examination centres throughout Poland.
A full list of authorized examination centres is available on the official government website.
π€ Who Can Take the Exam?
Anyone can register for the exam, regardless of:
- Nationality
- Residence status
- Where or how they learned Polish
There are no mandatory language courses before registration.
π’ Step-by-step Guide
- Choose an authorized examination centre
- Register for the next examination session
- Pay the examination fee (800 PLN for B2)
- Prepare for the exam
- Bring your passport on the exam day
- Complete the written and oral parts of the exam
- Wait for the results (1-2 months)
π What Does the Exam Include
The B2 exam tests:
- Listening
- Reading
- Grammar
- Writing
- Speaking
You must achieve the minimum passing score required by the State Commission.
π Examination Dates
State examinations are usually organized several times each year.
Registration normally closes once all available places are filled, so early registration is recommended.
β If You Do Not Pass
If you fail the exam, you may register and pay again for any future examination session.