Plida

The A2 level for italian language is the “waystage level” (or basic). According to the CEFR, an A2 speaker:
“Can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, employment). Can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters. Can describe in simple terms aspects of his/her background, immediate environment and matters in areas of immediate need.”

The A2 italian language certificate is essential to obtain a long-stay permit (carta di soggiorno) and is often required to gain access to recognized training courses.

PLIDA is one of four certificates that have been approved by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the international community. The four recognized certificates have recently gained further recognition by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs through the creation of an unified certification program named CLIQ.

The PLIDA exam is structured following the directives of the CEFR, paying particular attention to the evaluation of the communicative skills possessed by the candidate.
You can view the PLIDA Examination Exams of the past years directly on the website.

The exam fee varies depending on the level. Those who are willing to take the exam in order to apply for a long-stay permit, are entitled to enjoy the preferential fee of 20 Euros.

To know the exam fee for the PLIDA 2017 exam please download the attachment.