
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).
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.
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 | 13 February 2026 | Until 7 January 2026 |
| April | Level A2 | 17 April 2026 | Until 25 February 2026 |
| May | Levels A1, A2/B1 and B2/C1 | 22 May 2026 | Until 8 April 2026 |
| May | Levels A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2 | 23 May 2026 | Until 9 April 2026 |
| November | Levels A1, A2/B1 and B2/C1 | 13 November 2026 | Until 30 September 2026 |
| November | Levels A1, B1, B2, C1 and C2 | 14 November 2026 | Until 30 September 2026 |
The prices of Diplomas de Español como Lengua Extranjera (DELE) approved by Instituto Cervantes' Governing Body for 2026 are: