THE PLIDA TEST

Test of Italian as Foreign Language 

The PLIDA (Progetto Lingua Italiana Dante Alighieri) exam is a globally recognized certification of Italian language proficiency, developed by the Società Dante Alighieri in collaboration with the University of Rome "La Sapienza." It evaluates skills across six levels (A1 to C2) based on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) and measures listening, reading, writing, and speaking abilities through real-life communication tasks.

PLIDA certification demonstrates a high level of Italian proficiency and a deeper understanding of Italian culture. It's widely accepted by universities, employers, and institutions for academic, professional, and personal purposes.

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Levels:

• A1 (Beginner): Basic communication in everyday situations.

• A2 (Elementary): Simple communication on familiar topics.

• B1 (Intermediate): Understanding main points of familiar subjects and handling travel situations.

• B2 (Upper Intermediate): Good understanding of complex topics and fluent interaction with native speakers.

• C1 (Advanced): Fluency in demanding texts and effective use of language for professional purposes.

• C2 (Proficient): Mastery of the language with ease in complex situations.

PLIDA also serves as proof of language proficiency for Italian citizenship applications, particularly for levels B1 and B2, demonstrating the necessary skills to integrate into Italian society.

The exam is available in-person only.