telc B2 Exam Day Guide: ID, Materials and Checklist

Level:B2Duration:~3 h + 15 minFee:Varies by centreValidity:UnlimitedFormat:Written + Oral

Last updated: 8 September 2026 · Verified against official telc sources

Your centre's invitation takes priority for local details. telc rules require valid official photo ID, and candidates arriving after official announcements have begun are excluded.

The day before

  • Confirm address, entrance, check-in and written/oral times from the invitation.
  • Check that ID is valid and matches the registered name.
  • Prepare required pens, a transparent label-free water bottle and tissues if needed.
  • Learn the device-storage arrangement; bring no dictionary or notes.

At the centre

DoDo not
Arrive early with ID readyRisk arriving after announcements begin
Follow invigilator instructionsKeep even a silent phone on your person
Mark the correct answer sheetRely on the task booklet alone
Raise your hand for a problemTalk to candidates or share materials

Twenty-second reset

  • Are name and code fields correct?
  • What are the task count, time and marking method?
  • Have I budgeted answer transfer?
  • For Speaking, do notes contain order and keywords rather than a script?

If your centre's written invitation differs from this general guide, follow the centre's current instruction.

Official sources

The exam rules and figures in this guide were checked against the official sources below.

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Take a timed telc B2 Writing and Speaking practice in Zertifly and test your checklist before exam day.

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