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If you want to stay, work, or become a citizen in Austria, you can hardly avoid the ÖIF language exam. The reading section is a central part of it. It assesses whether you can understand key information from typical everyday situations and correctly assign it — a skill essential for both integration and professional life.
Successfully passing the B1 test proves that you can use German confidently in daily life. This is required, for example, for:
Anyone with basic knowledge at the B1 level can register for the exam. In most cases, a valid ID and registration through an officially recognized ÖIF test center are required.
The full language test consists of four parts: reading, listening, writing, and speaking. The written section takes about 90 minutes, with the reading part lasting around 45 minutes. The oral exam follows afterward.
In this part, you will be presented with short texts similar to those encountered in everyday or work life. These may include:
Your task will be to match statements, identify specific details, or complete gaps with the correct words. The test checks not only comprehension but also how quickly you can locate information.
The exam focuses on several essential reading strategies:
Our online platform offers practical exercises based on real examples. Each task comes with clear solutions and explanations. This allows you to track your progress and avoid common mistakes.
Olena Bazalukova, a professional German teacher with many years of exam experience, is the founder of deutsch-vorbereitung.com. She created all exercises herself or in collaboration with qualified examiners. Her tip: “A good result doesn’t depend only on language level, but also on understanding how the exam works. Take time with each task — and learn from every solution.”
The reading section of the ÖIF B1 exam is a great opportunity to prove your German skills in a targeted way. If you prepare consistently using suitable exercises, you’ll be in a strong position. Our platform offers all the tools you need — from structured tests to understandable explanations.
Frank Lee: „It's a helpful website with diverse exercises and preparation tools that support exam success.“
Anna Chin: „Hello, from August to October I prepared for the B1 exam with Olena. As a result, I passed the exam and received my B1 certificate. I would like to say that the training with Olena gave me more knowledge than the courses, because during those months my listening, reading, and writing skills improved noticeably. Speaking, of course, depends on vocabulary, but we practiced dialogues and naturally spoke more together as well.“
Danijela Delic: „Thank you very much for the detailed preparation page.“
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