Who is exempt from DELE A2 and the CCSE?
You are exempt from DELE A2 if you already hold a DELE of level A2 or higher, or are a national of one of 20 Spanish-speaking countries, who must still pass the CCSE.
| Who | DELE A2 | CCSE |
|---|---|---|
| National of one of the 20 countries (Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Equatorial Guinea, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Uruguay, Venezuela) | Exempt | Must pass it |
| Already holds a DELE of level A2 or higher | Exempt | Must pass it |
| Bachillerato, vocational training or a university degree obtained in Spain | Exempt | Must pass it |
| Schooled in Spain and passed the ESO | May be exempt | May be exempt |
| Brazil, Portugal, the Philippines and other countries not on the list | Not exempt | Must pass it |
| Under 18, or a person with judicially modified capacity | School or centre certificates replace the test | School or centre certificates replace the test |
Official source: BOE: Real Decreto 1004/2015, art. 6 · Ministry of Justice: nationality FAQ
Official A2, B1 or B2 certificates from the Escuelas Oficiales de Idiomas are also accepted instead of the DELE. People who cannot read or write can ask the Ministry for a dispensation before filing the application.
Always check the date on the official site before paying or travelling: centres may not offer every session.
Frequently asked questions
Do Latin Americans need the CCSE?
Yes. Nationals of the 20 listed countries are exempt from the DELE but must pass the CCSE.
Do Brazilians need the DELE?
Yes, Brazil is not among the exempt countries.