International language certificates

What are language certificates?
A language certificate is an internationally recognised document proving level of foreign language competence in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages approved by the Council of Europe.
Obtaining a certificate requires you to pass an exam whose purpose is to demonstrate language skills such as reading, listening and oral and written communication.
The European certificates are issued by bodies authorized by the A.L.T.E. (Association of Language Testers in Europe).