Everything about the Polish B1 exam
Practical guides, model emails and tips on how to score maximum points in the Polish B1 state certificate exam.
Polish B1 exam format: structure, points and pass mark
The Polish B1 exam step by step: modules, timing, points, pass mark, fees and 2026 dates. Know what to expect and how to prepare.
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TELC Polish B1 or the state exam? Which to choose
TELC Polski B1 or the state certificate exam? A comparison: recognition for citizenship, dates, format and who each exam suits best.
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Polish B1 certificate for citizenship and residence (2026)
Which document proves your Polish for citizenship or the EU long-term resident permit in 2026? The B1 certificate, school diplomas, TELC — what counts.
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Short written forms in the Polish B1 exam: models
Wishes, notices, notes, invitations — the short text in the Polish B1 exam is worth 15 points. Model texts in Polish and the phrases you need.
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Polish B1 exam email: structure and model letters
How to write an email in the Polish B1 exam: structure, ready-made Polish phrases and 4 full model texts — an invitation, an apology, a trip story and a complaint.
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Polish B1 exam writing: grading criteria explained
How are points awarded in the writing part of the Polish B1 exam? 30 points, 15 per text and 3 criteria — explained with examples.
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Polish B1 exam writing: the complete guide
What does the writing part of the Polish B1 exam look like? Time, tasks, word counts, 0–30 scoring, criteria and a 75-minute plan — all in one place.
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Letter or story? Choosing your Polish B1 writing task
In the Polish B1 writing exam you pick 1 of 3 task sets. How do you choose the one that gets you the most points? Is there an essay (rozprawka) at B1?
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