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Aptis General recognition

What is Aptis General for? Where it's accepted

Public-sector exams, your university language requirement, or your career: here's where Aptis ESOL is recognised across Spain and Latin America, which level you need and how to prepare it.

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One exam, many goals

Officially recognised

Aptis ESOL is recognised by 16 Spanish autonomous communities, more than 40 Spanish universities and the CRUE.

Counts for public-sector exams

English level is a valued merit in teaching oposiciones; Aptis certifies from B1 to C1 depending on your result.

Multi-level, no expiry

A single test certifies from A1 to B2 (and C1 since September 2024). The certificate never expires.

Fast and accessible

Results in a few days and available at many centres — which is why thousands of candidates choose it over other exams.

Aptis by your goal

01

For oposiciones

Certify the English level (usually B2 or C1) that adds merit points in teaching and transfer competitions. Validity and points depend on your autonomous community.

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For university

Most Spanish universities accept Aptis General to certify the B1 (or B2) required to complete your degree.

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For work

Prove your English level in selection or internal promotion. Some companies use Aptis itself as a level test.

Where Aptis is valid

Autonomous communities and oposiciones

Regions such as Andalusia, Valencia, Madrid, Murcia or Castilla-La Mancha recognise Aptis for public-sector exams and language accreditation. Always check your community's current call.

Spanish universities

More than 40 universities accept Aptis ESOL, including UNED, University of Alcalá, Politécnica de Madrid, Complutense and Francisco de Vitoria. Each sets its own required level; confirm it with your university.

Levels it certifies

Aptis General certifies from A1 to B2, and a 'C' result appears as C1 since September 2024. For C1-C2 there is also Aptis Advanced.

Erasmus and public bodies

Aptis is recognised by the Ministry of Education's Erasmus programme and by many public bodies across Spain.

Public bodies in Spain that recognise Aptis

BodyPurpose
CRUE (Spanish universities)English level accreditation at university
Ministry of Education & VTTeacher transfer competitions · Professional Stays (B2+)
National Police (DG)Language competence in selection processes
Correos (postal service)English proficiency accreditation
Canal de Isabel IIEnglish accreditation in selection processes

Source: 'List of institutions that recognise Aptis ESOL', British Council (August 2025). Regional education authorities also recognise Aptis for teaching oposiciones and bilingual education.

Spanish universities that recognise Aptis

UniversityIndicative levelVersion
UNEDB1–B2 · C1–C2General / Advanced
U. of AlcaláB2General
U. Politécnica de MadridB2General
U. Complutense de MadridB1 (teaching master's) · B2 (bilingual)General
U. of SevilleA1–C1 depending on degreeGeneral / Advanced
U. of the Balearic IslandsB2General
U. of LeónB1 (master's access)General
U. of CantabriaB1 (B2 recommended)General
Andalusian public universitiesRecognised (agreement)General / Advanced
Salamanca, Valladolid, Oviedo, La Laguna, Las Palmas GC, Castilla-La Mancha…Recognised—

Over 40 Spanish universities recognise Aptis. Levels are indicative: each university and programme sets the exact requirement. Confirm it in the British Council's official list (August 2025) and with your institution.

Aptis in Latin America

CountryRecognitionExamples
ColombiaEndorsed by the Ministry of Education; valid for the English graduation requirementU. de los Andes, U. Javeriana (B2), SENA
PeruAccepted by many universitiesPUCP, U. de Lima, U. del Pacífico, Cayetano Heredia, UPC
MexicoCan grant the CENNI (SEP)BUAP, among others

Aptis is a British Council global exam; recognition is country- and institution-specific. Check the British Council's international list of recognising institutions.

Frequently asked questions about Aptis recognition

Which universities accept Aptis General?
More than 40 Spanish universities accept Aptis ESOL to certify English level, including UNED, University of Alcalá, Politécnica de Madrid, Complutense and Francisco de Vitoria, among others. The required level (usually B1 or B2) is set by each university, so confirm it in the British Council's official recognition list and with your institution.
How many points does Aptis give in oposiciones?
In teaching oposiciones, English proficiency is a valued merit, usually around 2-3 points depending on the autonomous community, the corps and the level certified. The exact scale and required level (usually B2 or C1) depend on each regional call.
Can Aptis certify the B1 for my degree?
Yes. Most Spanish universities accept Aptis General to certify the B1 (and in some cases B2) required to obtain your degree. As it is multi-level, a single test gives you the level matching your result.
Which autonomous communities recognise Aptis?
Aptis ESOL is recognised by 16 autonomous communities, including Andalusia, Valencia, Madrid, Murcia and Castilla-La Mancha, plus the CRUE. The specific use (oposiciones, accreditation) depends on each community.
Does the Aptis certificate expire?
No. The Aptis ESOL certificate has no expiry date, unlike some other English exams.
Which levels does Aptis General certify?
Aptis General certifies from A1 to B2 depending on your result. Since September 2024, a 'C' in Aptis General appears as C1 on the certificate. For C1-C2 there is also Aptis Advanced.
Aptis General or Aptis Advanced?
Aptis General covers A1 to B2 (and C1) and is the one required by most oposiciones and universities. Aptis Advanced is designed specifically to certify C1 and C2.
Is Aptis useful for work?
Yes. Aptis certifies your English level for employers in selection, promotion or advancement. Some organisations also use Aptis itself to assess the level of their candidates or employees.
Is Aptis recognised in Latin America?
Yes. Aptis is a British Council global exam. In Colombia it is endorsed by the Ministry of Education and valid for the English graduation requirement (accepted by universities such as Los Andes, Javeriana or SENA). In Peru many universities accept it (PUCP, U. de Lima, U. del Pacífico, Cayetano Heredia, UPC). In Mexico it can grant the CENNI from the SEP. Specific recognition depends on each country and institution.
Which public bodies accept Aptis in Spain?
Beyond universities, Aptis is recognised by the CRUE, the Ministry of Education and VT (teacher transfer competitions and Professional Stays), the National Police, Correos and Canal de Isabel II, among others. Regional education authorities also recognise it for teaching oposiciones and bilingual education. Source: British Council official list (August 2025).
Is Aptis valid for Spanish nationality?
No. Spanish nationality requires the DELE A2 in Spanish, not an English exam like Aptis. Aptis certifies English level for oposiciones, university or work.

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