After the exam

A certificate is a beginning, not an end.

How to access your result, what happens to the printed certificate and when the step up to the next level is really worth it.

Result online

approx. 3 weeks

Certificate by post

approx. 6 weeks

Validity

for life

Proof for others

release it online

Result

What happens after exam day

1Marking in CambridgeWriting and Speaking are marked by trained examiners, not here at the centre.2–3 weeks

2Result onlineYou receive login details and see your result for each paper as well as the CEFR level achieved.approx. 3 weeks

3Release your proofEmployers and universities can verify your result online directly — you release it to them.immediately after

4Certificate by postThe printed certificate goes to your address, or to the school in the case of a class.approx. 6 weeks

What comes next

When the next level makes sense

Many candidates take B2 First and discover two years later that a new job requires C1. If you want, we get in touch in good time — otherwise you never hear from us again.

See the alumni programme Activate a reminder

B1Preliminary

B2First

C1Advanced

C2Proficiency

First certificateLanguage professions

Common questions

When something doesn't go to plan

Didn't pass

You can retake the exam as often as you like. We go through the breakdown with you and say which paper it came down to.

Advice free of charge

Certificate lost

A replacement copy is available through Cambridge. We start the order for you.

Subject to a fee

Appealing a result

Cambridge can re-mark a paper within a set period. Get in touch and we will explain the process.

Mind the deadline

For any question after the exam you can reach us on +41 61 273 90 43 or at basel@cambridgeenglish-basel.ch — Monday to Friday, 8 am – 12 noon and 1 – 5 pm.

Ready for the next level?

The level check takes account of where you stand today and suggests the right exam with a date and the fee.

Find the next level See the dates