What is DELE?

DELE

Why is it a Valuable Qualification?

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).

Why is it a valuable qualification?

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.

How to obtain your DELE certificate

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

How much does a DELE exam cost?

The prices of Diplomas de Español como Lengua Extranjera (DELE) approved by Instituto Cervantes' Governing Body for 2026 are:

  • DELE A1: €112
  • DELE A2: €138
  • DELE B1: €173
  • DELE B2: €204
  • DELE C1: €225
  • DELE C2: €240
For further information about DELE diplomas click here.