Guide
Polish B1 exam dates 2026 and 2027, fees and registration
Checked against certyfikatpolski.pl on 7 October 2026
The B1 state exam is not open all year. It runs on fixed weekends, about five to seven times a year. Here are the dates and the practical details.
Session dates with adult B1
Dates come from the official schedule at certyfikatpolski.pl. Each exam centre runs only some sessions, so check which dates your centre offers.
- 2026: 17 to 18 October, 5 to 6 December
- 2027: 6 to 7 February, 10 to 11 April, 12 to 13 June, 2 to 3 October, 27 to 28 November
Fees
Each exam centre sets its own fee, up to 150 euros for the adult B1 exam (paid in złoty), plus 20 euros for the certificate itself.
A change to the law signed in May 2026 links the fees to the average wage from 1 January 2027, so prices may change next year.
Where you take it
Only at official exam centres, mostly universities and language schools in Polish cities, plus some centres abroad. The current list is on certyfikatpolski.pl.
Registration and retakes
- You register with the exam centre, not with a central office. Places can fill up, so register several weeks before the session.
- We found no limit on retakes. Each attempt is paid separately.
- If you fail, the next chance is the next session, usually about two months later. That is why it pays to be ready the first time.
Is B2 coming for citizenship?
The government has proposed B2 plus a civic test for citizenship. As of August 2026 this was a draft at its first reading in the Sejm, not law. Today the requirement is B1.
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When is the next B1 exam?
In 2026 the remaining sessions are 17 to 18 October and 5 to 6 December. In 2027: February, April, June, October and November.
How much does the B1 exam cost?
Up to 150 euros per attempt, set by each centre, plus 20 euros for the certificate.
How many times can I take it?
We found no official limit. You pay for each attempt.
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