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Key Facts: telc Português B1 Exam
telc Português B1 is issued by telc gGmbH, a non-profit language-test provider based in Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
telc offers Portuguese at a single level, CEFR B1, with no separate A1, A2 or B2 Portuguese exams.
The telc Português B1 is scored out of 300 points: 225 for the written exam and 75 for the oral exam.
Candidates must score at least 180 of 300 points and at least 60% on both the written and oral parts to pass.
The written Reading section (Compreensão de Leitura) is worth 75 points across three parts (items 1–20).
The Language Elements section (Módulos Linguísticos) tests grammar and vocabulary and is worth 30 points (items 21–40).
The written Listening section (Compreensão Auditiva) uses true/false items and is worth 75 points (items 41–60).
telc gGmbH is a full member of the Association of Language Testers in Europe (ALTE).
The Reading and Language Elements sections share a single 90-minute block in the written exam.
Grading bands are: 270–300 ótimo, 240–269.5 bom, 210–239.5 satisfatório, 180–209.5 regular, below 180 reprovado.
telc Português B1 is telc's intermediate (CEFR B1) European Portuguese certificate, with multiple-choice and matching Reading, Language Elements and Listening sections plus Writing and a paired Speaking test, scored out of 300 points (pass at 180).
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1Compreensão de Leitura — Parte 1 (associar título ao texto) Texto: "No Centro Cultural de Belém foi criado um projeto que reúne atores, músicos e bailarinos com mais de 60 anos, mostrando que a experiência dos artistas mais velhos é valiosa." Qual é o melhor título? (Reading Part 1 — match the heading to the text. Text: a Belém cultural project bringing together performers over 60. Which is the best title?)
2Compreensão de Leitura — Parte 1 Texto: "Vivemos num período em que todos se queixam da falta de tempo. Por isso, atrasar-se é desclassificar quem espera. Salvo imprevistos como chuva forte ou um acidente, devemos ser sempre pontuais." Qual é o melhor título? (Reading Part 1. Text: we all complain about lack of time, so being late disrespects whoever waits; barring emergencies we should be punctual. Which title fits?)
3Compreensão de Leitura — Parte 1 Texto: "A Casa da Música do Porto disponibiliza gratuitamente, no seu sítio na Internet, concertos transmitidos em direto, dando acesso à cultura a quem não pode comparecer presencialmente." Qual é o melhor título? (Reading Part 1. Text: Casa da Música in Porto streams concerts free online, giving access to those who cannot attend. Best title?)
4Compreensão de Leitura — Parte 1 Texto: "Se quer que a sua empresa ganhe destaque, colocá-la nas redes sociais pode ser boa ideia. Mas defina metas, conheça o público-alvo e o perfil da empresa, e use um bom português." Qual é o melhor título? (Reading Part 1. Text: putting your company on social media can help, but set goals, know your audience and write well. Best title?)
5Compreensão de Leitura — Parte 1 Texto: "A fundação S. João de Deus editou o livro 'Criamentearte', que reúne pinturas e textos de pessoas com doença mental, promovendo uma campanha de sensibilização para a integração social do doente mental." Qual é o melhor título? (Reading Part 1. Text: a foundation published a book of art by people with mental illness to raise awareness of their social integration. Best title?)
6Compreensão de Leitura — Parte 2 (texto + escolha múltipla) Texto: "Aos 39 anos, Marcos Jorqueira, sócio de uma gráfica, só se sente feliz quando pedala. Faz cerca de 160 km por semana, muitas vezes com a mulher e o filho de 5 anos. 'Costumo dizer que sou 100% empresário, mas só no horário comercial. Não abro mão do lazer', diz." Marcos Jorqueira sente-se realmente feliz quando… (Reading Part 2. Text: a 39-year-old print-shop partner only feels happy when cycling. When does Marcos feel truly happy?)
7Compreensão de Leitura — Parte 2 Texto: "Para Marcos, conciliar trabalho e desporto nunca foi problema. 'Não abro mão do lazer, especialmente aos fins de semana, quando aproveito para pedalar muito.' O lazer é, para ele, tão importante como o trabalho." Segundo o texto, o lazer para Marcos é… (Reading Part 2. Text: balancing work and sport was never a problem; he won't give up leisure. For Marcos, leisure is…)
8Compreensão de Leitura — Parte 2 Texto: "A gráfica Flor de Acácia, aberta há 35 anos, reflete a sua preocupação com a qualidade de vida e o meio ambiente: 'Só trabalhamos com papéis vindos de florestas sustentáveis e tratamos todos os resíduos químicos.'" A empresa Flor de Acácia preocupa-se sobretudo com… (Reading Part 2. Text: the firm uses paper from sustainable forests and treats chemical waste. What does the firm care about most?)
9Compreensão de Leitura — Parte 2 Texto: "Marcos sonha em passar 30 dias a pedalar entre os Alpes franceses e italianos. 'É uma região maravilhosa. Tenho a certeza de que será uma fonte de endorfinas e alegrias.'" O que é que Marcos deseja fazer no futuro? (Reading Part 2. Text: Marcos dreams of spending 30 days cycling in the French and Italian Alps. What does Marcos want to do in the future?)
10Compreensão de Leitura — Parte 2 Texto: "Preocupado com o ambiente, Jorqueira quer que o trabalho de preservação da Flor de Acácia se transforme numa referência para o setor gráfico." O empresário deseja que a sua firma… (Reading Part 2. Text: Jorqueira wants his firm's preservation work to become a reference for the printing sector. The businessman wants his firm to…)
About the telc Português B1 Exam
The telc Português B1 is a standardised European Portuguese language certificate issued by telc gGmbH, a non-profit language-test provider based in Frankfurt and a full member of the Association of Language Testers in Europe (ALTE). It certifies CEFR B1 proficiency — the level at which a learner can cope independently with everyday and work-related situations in Portugal and other Portuguese-speaking contexts. telc offers Portuguese at the B1 level only. The exam has a written part (Exame Escrito) and an oral part (Exame Oral). The written part comprises Compreensão de Leitura (Reading, 75 points), Módulos Linguísticos (Language Elements, grammar and vocabulary, 30 points), Compreensão Auditiva (Listening, 75 points) and Expressão Escrita (Writing, a semi-formal letter, 45 points). The three receptive sections use multiple-choice and text-matching formats and are machine-marked from an S30 answer sheet. The oral part (75 points) is a paired or individual speaking test in three stages: social contact, discussion of a topic, and a problem to solve together. Out of a maximum of 300 points, candidates must score at least 180 overall and at least 60% on each of the written and oral parts to receive the Certificado de Português. The certificate is recognised by employers and educational institutions in Germany and abroad as proof of intermediate Portuguese.
Exam sponsor: telc gGmbH, Frankfurt am Main, through authorised examination centres. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
60 questions
Time Limit
Written exam about 150 minutes (90 min Reading + Language Elements, ~30 min Listening, 30 min Writing); oral exam ~15 minutes plus ~20 minutes preparation.
Passing Score
At least 180 of 300 points overall, with a minimum of 60% on each part (135/225 written and 45/75 oral). Final grades: 270–300 ótimo, 240–269.5 bom, 210–239.5 satisfatório, 180–209.5 regular; below 180 is a fail.
Exam / Certification Fees
Set by each local telc centre; roughly €120–€180 in Europe (2026). There is no single global fee — check your nearest authorised telc examination centre.
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Our practice resources: topics covered
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Compreensão de Leitura (Reading)
Part 1 matches 5 texts to headings, Part 2 is multiple-choice on one article, Part 3 matches 10 situations to 12 adverts; 20 items, 75 points.
Módulos Linguísticos (Language Elements)
Grammar and vocabulary in context: 10 multiple-choice grammar gaps and 10 word-matching gaps; tenses, subjunctive, clitics, prepositions; 20 items, 30 points.
Compreensão Auditiva (Listening)
True/false comprehension of short statements (Part 1), a radio interview heard twice (Part 2) and announcements (Part 3); 20 items, 75 points.
Expressão Escrita e Oral (Writing & Speaking)
Productive skills outside this practice bank: a semi-formal letter (45 points) and a three-stage paired speaking test (75 points).
Preparing for the telc Português B1 Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: At least 180 of 300 points overall, with a minimum of 60% on each part (135/225 written and 45/75 oral). Final grades: 270–300 ótimo, 240–269.5 bom, 210–239.5 satisfatório, 180–209.5 regular; below 180 is a fail.
- Exam length: 60 questions
- Time limit: Written exam about 150 minutes (90 min Reading + Language Elements, ~30 min Listening, 30 min Writing); oral exam ~15 minutes plus ~20 minutes preparation.
- Exam / certification fees: Set by each local telc centre; roughly €120–€180 in Europe (2026). There is no single global fee — check your nearest authorised telc examination centre. Official sources
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the telc Português B1 and who runs it?
It is a standardised European Portuguese certificate at CEFR level B1, issued by telc gGmbH, a non-profit test provider in Frankfurt, Germany, and delivered through authorised telc examination centres. telc offers Portuguese only at the B1 level.
What sections does the telc Português B1 written exam have?
The written exam has Compreensão de Leitura (Reading, 75 points), Módulos Linguísticos (Language Elements — grammar and vocabulary, 30 points), Compreensão Auditiva (Listening, 75 points) and Expressão Escrita (Writing a letter, 45 points). There is also a separate oral exam worth 75 points.
What score do I need to pass the telc Português B1?
You need at least 180 of 300 points overall, and at least 60% on each part separately — 135 of 225 on the written exam and 45 of 75 on the oral exam. All three conditions must be met to receive the certificate.
How long is the telc Português B1 exam?
The written exam takes about 150 minutes: 90 minutes shared by Reading and Language Elements, around 30 minutes of Listening and 30 minutes for the Writing task. The oral exam adds about 20 minutes of preparation and roughly 15 minutes of speaking.
Is the telc Português B1 in European or Brazilian Portuguese?
telc Português B1 uses European Portuguese conventions, including features such as clitic pronoun placement and vocabulary like 'comboio', 'telemóvel' and 'pequeno-almoço'. Texts may include material from across the Portuguese-speaking world, but the certificate follows the European standard.
Which parts of the exam are multiple-choice?
The Reading, Language Elements and Listening sections use multiple-choice and text-matching tasks and are machine-marked. The Writing (a letter) and the three-stage Speaking test are productive tasks assessed by trained telc raters and examiners, not multiple choice.