Panslavic Union of Greece · Authorized TORFL examination center

Your Russian,officially certified.

Take the state Test of Russian as a Foreign Language with us, at our six centers across Greece or online. Six levels, A1 to C2.

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  • On-site or online

A1–C2

Levels on the CEFR scale

6

Places to sit the exam

Standard fee

€100–€170

Junior and Children €30

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What is TORFL

The Test of Russian as a Foreign Language is the standardized Russian proficiency examination.

Equivalent to IELTS for English or DELF for French.

  • Issuer

    Saint Petersburg State University

    Russia's oldest university and the primary developer of the TORFL examination system.

  • Recognition

    ASEP Recognized

    Officially accepted by the Greek Supreme Council for Civil Personnel Selection for public sector appointments.

  • Validity

    Authorized by SPbU, recognized by the state

    We hold TORFL on the authorization of Saint Petersburg State University, so your certificate carries full international validity and Greek state recognition.

Levels & Pricing

Six levels. One standard.

TORFL is aligned with the CEFR, from A1 to C2. Examination & certification fees included.

Junior and Children €30 at every level

  • A1

    Beginner Level

    Beginners

    €100

    Standard

    Understand and use everyday expressions in simple, real-life situations.

  • A2

    Elementary Level

    Elementary learners

    €105

    Standard

    Handle short, routine exchanges on familiar topics with confidence.

  • B1

    Intermediate Level

    University applicants

    €120

    Standard

    The entry requirement for admission to Russian universities. Independent use at work and study.

  • B2

    Upper-Intermediate Level

    Professionals

    €130

    Standard

    Confident professional communication. Required for technical and specialist roles.

  • C1

    Advanced Level

    Advanced speakers

    €150

    Standard

    Fluent use in academic and professional settings — philology, translation, journalism.

  • C2

    Proficiency Level

    Near-native speakers

    €170

    Standard

    Full mastery comparable to an educated native speaker. Required for postgraduate philology.

Online registration

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    Every session you can book, soonest first.

  2. Choose your exam

    Exam type and level, with the fee on each level.

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    Every unit is ticked for you on the day.

  4. Say who is sitting

    Yourself, your child or your students.

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Why TORFL

What the certificate unlocks.

A TORFL certificate opens doors in education, government, and professional life across Greece and internationally.

  • Russian university admission

    TORFL B1 is the minimum requirement for admission to Russian universities. Higher levels qualify you for postgraduate programs.

  • Greek civil service (ASEP)

    TORFL is officially recognized by ASEP as proof of Russian language proficiency for public sector positions.

  • Russian citizenship

    TORFL certification is a mandatory requirement for the Russian citizenship application process.

  • Career advancement

    Certified Russian proficiency for careers in tourism, trade, diplomacy, and international business.

FAQ

Questions, answered.

Everything you need to know about taking the TORFL exam with us.

TORFL (Test of Russian as a Foreign Language) is the standardized Russian language proficiency examination, equivalent to IELTS for English or DELF for French. It is developed and administered under the authority of Saint Petersburg State University.

We offer all six CEFR-aligned levels: A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2. The fee for each level is shown under Levels & Pricing on this page, and it includes the examination and certification fees.

Each TORFL exam tests five skills: Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking, and Grammar/Vocabulary. The exam duration varies by level, typically between 3 and 5 hours.

Press Start registration on this page to choose your exam date, level and location. After you register, you will find the payment details on your payment slip. Your registration is confirmed once payment is received.

We accept payment by bank transfer; the details are on your payment slip after you register. Full payment must be received before the exam date.

Results are usually published to your account 2 to 4 weeks after the exam. Certificates are issued by Saint Petersburg State University; when yours arrives, you choose to collect it from us or have it posted.

Contact us

Grigoriou Kudonion 16A, Kato Patissia, 11144 Athens

A1–C2

Levels on the CEFR scale

6

Places to sit the exam

Ready to get certified?

Choose your TORFL level and register with us online, in a few minutes.

A1–C2

Levels on the CEFR scale

Standard fee

€100–€170

Junior and Children €30

6

Places to sit the exam