ALMISPANISH · BENIN
Which Spanish test do you need in Benin?
examen d'espagnol DELE
Spanish isn't one exam. The right one depends on your goal — and some facts depend on being from Benin specifically. Here is the honest breakdown.
Spanish nationality
DELE A2 + CCSEThe standard route from Benin is DELE A2 (lifetime-valid) plus the CCSE civic test (15/25). Residence track: 10 years. SIELE is not accepted for nationality.
Study in Spain
DELE B1/B2/C1 or SIELEEntry route from Benin: Student visa (visado de estudios). Universities set the Spanish level for a Spanish-taught programme and accept DELE or SIELE — confirm the exact level with the university.
A fast, flexible level certificate
SIELE GlobalOne sitting, 0–1000 (CEFR A1–C1), no pass or fail, valid 5 years. Pan-Hispanic — accepted across Spain and Latin America.
A lifetime credential
DELE A1–C2DELE diplomas never expire. Scored APTO/NO APTO — ≥60% overall, ≥60% in each group, AND ≥25% in every skill.
Admission, registration or naturalisation is not a visa — confirm current rules with the Spanish consulate, registro civil, the university, or Instituto Cervantes.