# Italian Language Test for International Students

**Source**: https://www.uniroma1.it/en/notizia/italian-language-test-international-students
**Parent**: https://www.uniroma1.it/en/node/24774

Italian language test for the A.Y. 2026-2027

For the **A.Y. 2026-2027**, the Italian language test ITA L2 certifying **B2 proficiency** will be organized by CISIA and held online in the **@CASA** format.

### **Who must take the test?**

The test is **mandatory and strictly reserved** for all non-EU citizens residing abroad who require a study visa to attend a degree course **taught in Italian**.

**Who is exempted?**

- EU citizens, non-EU citizens legally residing in Italy, and dual citizens (where one is an EU citizenship).
- Students enrolling in degree programmes entirely **taught in English**.
- Students holding a [**CLIQ proficiency certificate**](https://www.esteri.it/en/diplomazia-culturale-e-diplomazia-scientifica/cultura/promozionelinguaitaliana/certificazioni-linguistiche/) (B2 level or higher).
  - *Note:* For A.Y. 2026/2027, Sapienza accepts CLIQ certificates issued after **January 1st, 2022**. The certificate must be obtained before the Universitaly pre-enrolment and no later than **June 30th, 2026**.
- Further exemptions can be found in Point 6 ("Linguistic knowledge") of the [Ministerial Regulations](https://www.universitaly.it/studenti-stranieri).

### **The ITA L2 Test Structure**

The ITA L2 test lasts **120 minutes** and consists of 3 sections of increasing difficulty. Each section includes:

- **Listening** (1 track)
- **Reading** (1 text)
- **Language Structure** (2 short texts)

**Key Features:**

- **Format:** Multiple-choice questions with only one correct answer.
- **Timing:** Each section has a specific time limit. Once time expires, you must proceed to the next section.
- **Navigation:** If you finish a section early, you may move forward, but you **cannot** use the remaining time for other sections or return to a previous one.
- **Passing Score:** Sapienza requires an overall minimum score of **55 points**.

**⚠️** **Mandatory Technical Requirements:** candidates **must** use a **laptop** and **wired headphones/earphones** for the listening sections. Wireless devices (Bluetooth) are strictly prohibited. Failure to comply with these requirements will result in exclusion from the test without a refund.

For further **mandatory technical details** and syllabus, please visit the [CISIA Portal](https://www.cisiaonline.it/en/other-tests/test-ita-l2)

- [Structure and syllabus of the TEST ITA L2](https://www.cisiaonline.it/en/other-tests/test-ita-l2/structure-and-syllabus)
- [Indications to prepare, start and take the test](https://www.cisiaonline.it/en/other-tests/test-ita-l2/the-day-of-the-test)
- [Technical information about required devices, network requirements and room configuration](https://guide.cisiaonline.it/en/node/106)

### **Registration to the test and fees**

Test sessions will begin in **March 2026**. Seats are limited (**100 per session**) and fill up very quickly; we recommend booking as early as possible.

**How to Register:**

1. Log in to Infostud. If you to not have an Infostud account yet, please [register here](https://www.studenti.uniroma1.it/webapps/infostud/registrazione#/)
2. Navigate to: **Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes** > **Admission to programmes**.
3. Enter the **Test Code** corresponding to your chosen date (see "**Available sessions and booking deadlines**" below).
4. Click **Continue** and proceed to **PagoPA direct payment**.
5. Pay the fee of **€19.52** (€16.00 + 22% VAT). Your booking is only confirmed once payment is completed.

**Important:**

- **ID Upload:** A few days before the test, CISIA will email you instructions and a link to upload your ID. This must be completed by **2:00 PM (CET)** on the deadline specified in the email.\
- **External Tests:** Sapienza accepts CISIA ITA L2 tests taken at other universities offering the [ITA L2 Test](https://www.cisiaonline.it/en/other-tests/test-ita-l2/dates) as well\
- **Validity of the test:** Sapienza accepts CISIA ITA L2 tests taken **from January 1, 2024**, and no later than **June 30, 2026**, provided they are passed with **at least 55 points**\
- **Refunds:** As per [Art. 66 point 1. of the Student Regulations](https://www.uniroma1.it/en/content/refunds-fees), registration fees are **non-refundable** under any circumstances.

### **Available sessions and booking deadlines**

*Updated as of February 24, 2026. Dates may be subject to change or to cancellation for technical reasons.*

| **Test Date** | **Test Code** | **Booking Period\*** |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **26 March 2026** | 13008 | **Fully booked** |
| **16 April 2026** | 12475 | 30 March – 7 April 2026 |
| **21 April 2026** | 12476 | 30 March – 7 April 2026 |
| **26 May 2026** | 16182 | 12 May – 18 May 2026 |
| **28 May 2026** | 13008 | 12 May – 18 May 2026 |
| **23 June 2026** | 12476 | 8 June – 15 June 2026 |
| **25 June 2026** | 13008 | 8 June – 15 June 2026 |

###### *\*Bookings will be closed once the maximum number of seats (100) has been reached for each session, regardless the indicated deadline.*

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**Note:** All sessions start at **2:30 PM (Italian time)**. Please log in at least 10 minutes before the start.\
If no more seats are available at Sapienza, please refer to the [CISIA website](https://www.cisiaonline.it/en/other-tests/test-ita-l2/dates) for sessions held at other Italian universities taking into account that Sapienza accepts CISIA ITA L2 tests taken **from January 1, 2024**, and no later than **June 30, 2026**, provided they are passed with **at least 55 points**.

### **Results of the test**

Results will be published as soon as they are released by CISIA, usually 72 hours after the test.

Navigation

[International Student Office](https://www.uniroma1.it/en/pagina/international-student-office)

[HELLO International Student Help Desk](https://www.uniroma1.it/en/pagina/hello-international-student-help-desk)

Links

[International admissions](https://www.uniroma1.it/it/node/256794)