A Portuguese language certificate from Examinizer shows your CEFR level, from A1 to C2, based on a 25-question adaptive test you take online. Grammar, vocabulary, and reading questions adjust in difficulty as you answer, placing you at your actual level in about 25 minutes. Your result appears instantly, and a PDF certificate with a QR verification code costs €8.
What the Certificate Proves
The certificate states a single CEFR level for your general Portuguese ability, based on grammar, vocabulary, and reading comprehension answers from the adaptive test. It does not separate speaking, writing, listening, and reading scores the way a CAPLE exam does. It gives one clear number on the six-point CEFR scale.
Every certificate carries a QR code linking to a verification page, so anyone who receives your PDF can confirm Examinizer issued it and check the date. A working verification link separates a genuine result from an edited screenshot.
Who Accepts It
Recruiters use it as a quick screening signal on a CV or LinkedIn profile, especially where Portuguese helps but isn't the core qualification. Language schools sometimes use it for placement, and it works as a personal benchmark before an official exam.
It is not a substitute for a CAPLE exam in any situation where a university, employer, or immigration office names it as a requirement. CAPLE is accredited by the University of Lisbon and recognized by the Portuguese state; Examinizer is not. If an application names CAPLE, this certificate will not satisfy it.
How to Get It
- Take the free adaptive Portuguese test: 25 questions, about 25 minutes, no registration required.
- See your CEFR level instantly on screen as soon as you finish the last question.
- Pay €8 to download the PDF certificate with your name, level, and QR verification code.
No registration required to take the test
CEFR Levels Explained
| Level | Description |
|---|---|
| A1 | Beginner — understands and uses basic phrases for everyday needs |
| A2 | Elementary — handles simple, routine tasks and short exchanges |
| B1 | Intermediate — manages most situations while traveling or at work |
| B2 | Upper-Intermediate — converses fluently on familiar topics with ease |
| C1 | Advanced — communicates fluently and spontaneously on complex subjects |
| C2 | Proficiency — understands virtually everything with near-native precision |
Try a Live Portuguese Test by Level
Want to see the test format for a specific level before deciding on a certificate? These live Portuguese tests are already running.
- ✓ Portuguese A1 Test — beginner level check
- ✓ Portuguese A2 Test — elementary level check
- ✓ Portuguese B1 Test — intermediate level check
- ✓ Portuguese B2 Test — the most requested level for work and study
- ✓ Portuguese C1 Test — advanced level check
- ✓ Portuguese C2 Test — proficiency level check
Certificates by CEFR Level
If you already know roughly what level you are aiming for, these level-specific certificate pages explain the requirements and typical use cases in more detail.
Using Your Certificate
Once you have the PDF, the next step is usually adding it to a CV or a LinkedIn profile. See our guide on adding it to LinkedIn for the exact steps.
See all CEFR levels and languages on the main certificate hub, or browse the full list of tests to try a different language.
Common Questions About the Portuguese Language Certificate
No. CAPLE exams, run by the University of Lisbon, are proctored and accredited, recognized for Portuguese citizenship and residency applications, and cost roughly €70 to €160 depending on the level. Examinizer's certificate comes from a free, unproctored 25-question adaptive test finished in about 25 minutes, with the PDF costing €8. Use CAPLE when an institution names it by name.
Portuguese citizenship applications generally require A2, proven with a CAPLE certificate or an equivalent accredited exam accepted by the Portuguese authorities. Examinizer's certificate does not carry that accreditation, so check the exact requirement listed for your application type.
The test covers general Portuguese vocabulary, grammar, and reading patterns shared across both variants, but it is not calibrated separately for European versus Brazilian Portuguese. If a program or employer requires proof specific to one variant, check whether they accept a general CEFR result before relying on this certificate.
The test adapts question by question, so a correct answer triggers a harder question and an incorrect one triggers an easier question. After 25 questions on grammar, vocabulary, and reading, your answers map to a CEFR level from A1 to C2.
Many recruiters treat it as a fast screening signal on a CV, particularly for roles where Portuguese helps but isn't the core requirement. It won't satisfy an immigration process or job posting that names CAPLE specifically.