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Germany A1 family reunion route
Confirm whether A1 applies, then move through proof, exam, booking, timing, documents, and submission checks.
Your 7-step route
Your current step is stored in this browser. Move forward only when the responsible source gives you enough information for the next decision.
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Current step
Confirm whether A1 applies
Your application location, family-reunion category, receiving German mission or authority, and any exemption question.
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Next
Confirm the accepted proof
The exact adult certificate, level, exam version, and document format named by the responsible authority.
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Next
Compare exam options
Goethe A1 and telc A1 as verification options, not as assumed acceptance or provider rankings.
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Next
Verify centre and booking
Authorised centre status, exact exam, ID, fee, date, cancellation, result, and certificate delivery.
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Next
Build the timeline
Only use result, delivery, translation, and retake buffers confirmed for the local route.
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Next
Prepare documents and exam
Keep exam-day ID and booking evidence separate from the visa-file language certificate requirements.
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Next
Recheck before submission
Confirm the receiving authority still accepts the proof and that every required document format is current.
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Official verification entry points
Start with the authority for the route, then use exam-owner and authorised-centre information for the booking. This route does not currently record a separate source-check date.
Route FAQ
Do I need German A1 for family reunion?
The requirement and any exemption depend on the individual route and responsible authority. Confirm before booking.
Should I choose an exam before checking the requirement?
No. Confirm whether proof is required and which exact certificate is accepted first.