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Information about Possible Changes and Updates to Your Identity Number in the Test System

HK-dir is preparing the transition to a new system for administering tests in Norwegian, social studies, and the Norwegian citizenship test. An important part of this work is ensuring that the personal data transferred to the new system is accurate and up to date. This is necessary to protect your privacy, among other things by ensuring that the information about you in the test system is correct. Read more.

Norwegian language test A1-B2

The Norwegian language test is for those who are in Norwegian courses and others who want to demonstrate their proficiency in Norwegian. The test covers the levels from A1 (beginner level) to B2 (advanced level).

Frequently asked questions

You can find information about the Norwegian language test via the boxes above. If you don't find the information you are looking for, please view some frequently asked questions about the Norwegian language test. You will find the answers to the questions as well as a link to further information on the topic.

Q-mark approved

The Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills is a member of ALTE (Association of Language Testers in Europe), a European association of language testing organizations.

All member organizations are required to undergo regular audits of their tests. These audits cover test development, administration and logistics, marking, analysis, communication, and ethics.

The Norwegian Language Test (A1–B2) underwent such audits in 2018 and 2023.

The Norwegian Language Test (C1 – Higher Academic Level) underwent an audit in 2026.

All Norwegian language tests administered by HK-dir have been awarded ALTE’s quality label, the Q-mark.