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What is the CCSE Exam?
The CCSE exam (Constitutional and Sociocultural Knowledge of Spain) is an official test created by the Instituto Cervantes.
It assesses your knowledge of the Spanish Constitution, government, democratic values, culture, history and society.
The CCSE exam is a mandatory requirement for:
Applying for Spanish citizenship by residency
Applying for citizenship as a descendant of Sephardic Jews originally from Spain
The CCSE test consists of:
25 multiple-choice or true/false questions
Passing score: 15 correct answers or more
Duration: 45 minutes
Format: Paper-based, in-person exam
The exam covers two key areas:
Government, laws and citizen participation in Spain
Culture, history, geography and daily life in Spain
The Instituto Cervantes schedules the CCSE exam once a month, except in August and December.
Registration must be completed at least 3 weeks before the chosen exam date.
Registration is done exclusively online, via the Instituto Cervantes official platform:
Register for the CCSE Exam
During registration, choose Freeda Language Space (Barcelona) as your exam centre.
The Instituto Cervantes provides official and free preparation materials to help you study independently.
Official CCSE Manual (download)
Includes all possible exam questions, organised by topic, with clear explanations.
Official CCSE App
Available for iOS and Android, the app allows you to practise from your phone: real exam simulations, self-assessments, progress tracking and corrections.
Using these official tools, you can prepare with confidence. If you need support with planning your study, we’re here to help at Freeda.
To sit the CCSE exam, you must present:
Valid and original ID
(Passport and/or NIE with photo)
Proof of registration
(Downloaded from your Instituto Cervantes account after signing up)
You will not be allowed to take the exam without these documents.
You don’t need to bring pencils, erasers or paper. All exam materials will be provided by Freeda on the day of the test.
The exam results are usually released within approximately 20 working days after the exam date.
You can check your results by logging into your personal account on the Instituto Cervantes website.
If you pass, you will receive an official digital certificate, which you can use for your Spanish nationality application.
At Freeda Language Space, an official exam centre accredited by Instituto Cervantes, located in the Gràcia neighbourhood of Barcelona.
You can take the exam in person at our facilities, in a calm and secure environment, with the support of our team before and during the process.
Official Instituto Cervantes exam centre in Barcelona
Located in the heart of Gràcia, a well-connected and vibrant neighbourhood
On-site, in-person exam in a comfortable environment
Friendly team to guide you through the process
Support in multiple languages
Monthly exam sessions (except August & December)
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