The CELI (Certificato di Conoscenza della Lingua Italiana) is an official Italian language certificate issued by the University for Foreigners of Perugia and aligned to the CEFR levels A1–C2

— ideal for work, study, and administrative purposes.

Why CELI matters

• Official issuer: CELI is issued by the University for Foreigners of Perugia, a recognized authority in Italian language certification.
• CEFR coverage: CELI spans A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2, so candidates can choose the level that matches their goals.
• Practical uses: CELI A2 and B1 are commonly used for residence permits and citizenship pathways in some programs; local centres publish exact rules, dates, and fees.

• Certification name: CELI Certificate of the Italian Language
• Organizer: Università per Stranieri di Perugia
• Dates: 3 main sessions per year (spring, summer, and autumn)
• Levels: CELI IMPATTO – A1, CELI 1 – A2, CELI – B1, CELI 3 – B2, CELI 4 – C1, CELI 5 – C2
• Centers: Available at numerous centers worldwide (our center included)
• Correction time: Up to 12 weeks. The certificate delivery can take up to an additional 4 months
• Notes: In addition to the traditional CELI certifications, there are also the CELI Immigrati (immigrants) and CELI Adolescenti (adolescents). The CELI Immigrati is intended for foreign citizens who immigrated to Italy, and it is also available to students with very little education. The CELI Adolescenti is aimed at children between the ages of 13 and 17. The differences between these two types of certifications lie in the distinct textual genres and tasks, with no changes within the exam.