For many people the ÖIF Integration Exam B1 (Integrationsprüfung) is the most important step toward permanent residence in Austria. It tests not only your German at level B1, but also your knowledge of Austrian values and everyday life.
This guide gives you a clear overview: which parts the exam consists of, how many points there are and when you pass. That way you know exactly what to prepare for.
What does the Integration Exam B1 consist of?
The Integration Exam B1 has two large areas, and you must pass both:
- Language skills at level B1, with the modules Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking.
- Values and Orientation knowledge: questions about Austria, living together and the core values.
The language part: Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking
Listening and Reading are graded together and add up to 45 points. From 33 points you have B1 here; below 33 it is not B1.
The Writing module asks for a short text, for example a message or a letter with several guide points. It is assessed by four criteria (content, communicative design, accuracy and vocabulary), with up to 5 points each, so a maximum of 20 points.
In Speaking you complete tasks such as a short self-introduction, a conversation about a picture prompt and planning something together. Pronunciation, fluency, accuracy and vocabulary all count here.
The values part: Values and Orientation knowledge
The values part consists of multiple-choice questions on topics such as living together, equality, health, education and work. The questions come from the official ÖIF question catalogue.
Important: the values part is a separate area. Even if your German is very good, you must pass the values part on its own, and the other way around.
When have you passed?
The rule is set out in the ÖIF exam regulations (Prüfungsordnung, version 01/2024), and the thresholds are also in the official model exam on sprachportal.at. In one single sitting you must achieve three things:
- Speaking at B1: from 75 of 100 points. This is always required.
- Values passed: from 25 of 45 points. This is always required too, otherwise the whole exam counts as failed.
- On top of that, B1 in Listening and Reading (from 33 of 45 points) or in Writing (from 15 of 20 points). One of the two is enough, but do not count on it: you cannot know in advance which one goes wrong on the day. Get both over the line.
What do you need the Integration Exam B1 for?
The Integration Exam B1 fulfils Module 2 of the Integration Agreement. It is therefore a key requirement for an unlimited residence title and an important building block on the way to Austrian citizenship.
That is exactly why thorough preparation pays off: a failed exam costs time, money and sometimes important deadlines.
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Practise Integration Exam B1Frequently asked questions
How long does the Integration Exam B1 take?
The language part is split across Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking; the values part comes on top. Overall you should plan for half an exam day. The exact times per module are in the official model exam.
Do I have to take language and values on the same day?
Yes, both belong to one single sitting: you take all parts within the same exam appointment, there are no separate dates for language and values. Your exam institute gives you the exact schedule for the day.
What happens if I only pass one part?
It depends on the part. If only Writing or only Listening and Reading falls short, you can still pass. If Speaking or Values falls short, the whole exam is failed. You cannot retake single parts and there are no partial certificates: you repeat the whole exam, but as often as you like.
How can I prepare for free?
On ExamReady you can practise for free, even without signing up: you get 2 keys every day, and each opens a task for good. There is also a free Values trainer with questions from the official catalogue.
As of 28 September 2026, without guarantee. You will find binding information at the official bodies: sprachportal.at (ÖIF) · osd.at (ÖSD).