The A2 state language test
A summary of the current official requirements, with sources. Always check the official programme before your test.
Parts of the test
| Part | Points | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Klausīšanās Listening | 15 | 25 min | on a computer |
| Lasītprasme Reading | 15 | 30 min | on a computer |
| Rakstītprasme Writing | 15 | 35 min | on paper |
| Runātprasme Speaking | 15 | 10–15 min | individual, with examiners |
To pass, you need at least 60% of the points in each part — 9 of 15 points. A high score in one part does not compensate for another.
Sources
- MK noteikumi Nr. 157 (08.03.2022) — Ministru kabinets, 2022-03-11; amended 2023-01-24, 2025-03-18, 2025-09-09
- Valsts valodas prasmes pārbaude. Pamata (A2) līmenis — VIAA, 2026-07-06
- Pārbaudes programma — VIAA, 2025-03-06 / updated 2026-07-07
Specification version LV-VVPP-A2-2026.1, checked 2026-09-29.