Pass the Portuguese CIPLE A2 on Your First Attempt
Based on real CAPLE exam tasks

European Portuguese exam preparation for expats in Portugal. Get a clear study plan, practical speaking practice, and targeted support for the Portuguese citizenship CAPLE exam.

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What is the Portuguese CIPLE Exam?

The CIPLE exam is the official Portuguese A2 language exam, it is accepted as proof of the Portuguese language proficiency for citizenship and residency purposes.

Why do 35% of the participants fail the Portuguese CIPLE?
We analyzed 385 CAPLE exam results and our study revealed that the most challenging parts for expats are speaking and listening comprehension. Let's see the reasons.
  • Most expats live in Portugal, but rarely use Portuguese.

    Many expats use English, not Portuguese.
  • They learn the wrong variety of Portuguese.

    Most apps and online courses teach Brazilian Portuguese, not European Portuguese.
  • They join classes that do not prepare them for the exam.

    There are lots of language schools in Portugal, but their courses don't align with the CIPLE requirements.
  • As a result they have poor skills and fail at the CIPLE exam.

Get a personalized course and get ready for the A2 Portuguese exam run by CAPLE

You don't need to become fluent in Portuguese to pass the A2 CAPLE exam.
You need to know what the examiners expect, and practice with the right materials.

  • Start with a CIPLE mock exam

    Take a realistic practice test to see which parts of the exam feel easy and which ones need more work. You'll also get a clearer sense of timing, task types, and what to focus on first.
  • Get a personal study plan

    After your first mock exam, you'll know exactly what to work on next. Focus on your weak points, follow a clear study path, and avoid wasting time on what you already know.
  • Practice in European Portuguese

    Prepare with the kind of Portuguese you will actually hear and read in the CIPLE exam. Practice with authentic-style audio and everyday texts instead of relying on Brazilian Portuguese materials.
  • Strengthen listening and grammar

    Many learners struggle most with listening comprehension and verb forms. These targeted drills help you catch key information faster, understand exam audio more confidently, and use the grammar patterns that matter most at A2 level.
  • Live speaking practice with a tutor

    Speaking is the hardest part not only at the exam, but also in real life. So, we offer not only self-study courses, but also individual call with a tutor to simulate the oral part of the exam. You can order additional conversational lessons at any time.
  • Clear strategy

    Know what to expect in each part of the test, how to manage your time, and how to avoid the most common mistakes. Walk into the exam knowing exactly how to approach it.

The CIPLE prep course prices

What is included:

✔️ mock exams with a detailed feedback

✔️ personal study plan to focus on weak points

✔️ audio drills to distinguish similar words

✔️ real texts (emails, posts, announcements)

✔️ grammar drills of the most difficult verbs

✔️ live speaking practice to prepare for the oral part


At any time you can order additional conversational lessons with the tutor to simulate the oral part of the exam and get a detailed feedback.


Extra 60 min live lesson costs €30.

Who made the A2 CAPLE exam course?
Sofia, the author of this course, invites you into the world of Portuguese as into a place to live, not just a subject to study.

She graduated from the Linguistics University in 2011 and has been teaching languages ever since. Her story is also one of personal transformation: after moving to Portugal as an expat, she worked her way from beginner to C1 in European Portuguese, later confirming her level through an official exam at the University of Porto in 2026. Today, she helps other expats in Portugal gain the language skills, confidence, and cultural understanding they need for real life and for the Portuguese CIPLE success.

The course is based on real CAPLE exam tasks and includes authentic European Portuguese materials.

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