Arabic language tests

Hiring for roles that need Arabic skills? Make sure your candidates can understand, speak, and respond clearly – whether they’re handling a support call or writing a message to a client.

TestGorilla’s Arabic language proficiency tests are designed to help you assess communication skills that matter at work. Choose from two options – B1 (Intermediate) and C1 (Advanced) – to find someone who can succeed in your role.

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Why test Arabic proficiency?

Avoid communication gaps: Make sure candidates can understand instructions, read Arabic texts, and respond clearly in the workplace.
Improve customer interactions: Build teams that serve Arabic-speaking clients with professionalism and ease.
Hire faster and smarter: Use a standardized Arabic language assessment to quickly filter your candidate pool for qualified people – without relying on resumes or guesswork.
Match skills to the role: Hire for the right proficiency level. For instance, some roles need only B1-level Arabic for daily tasks. Others, like report writing or managing clients, require C1-level fluency.
Base decisions on real ability: With CEFR-aligned language proficiency tests, you get unbiased results based on true language abilities.

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When to use Arabic proficiency tests

You should test for language proficiency in Arabic when you’re:

Hiring for roles that require clear communication with Arabic-speaking customers – whether it’s over the phone or via WhatsApp
Hiring for a role involving working with formal documents in Arabic, from policies to official emails written in Modern Standard Arabic
Hiring remote or cross-border teams across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region
Screening candidates before the interview – so you don’t waste time interviewing people who can’t meet your communication needs
Working with recruiters who don’t know Arabic and need help confidently assessing applicants’ language skills

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Measuring Arabic proficiency across levels

TestGorilla’s Arabic language tests are aligned with the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages), a global framework used to measure language proficiency consistently across reading, listening, grammar, and more.

Here’s what Arabic speakers can typically do across these levels:

A1 (Beginner)

Able to understand and give basic instructions, like simple directions or amounts. Communicates using short sentences and manages everyday conversations with coworkers and customers.

A2 (Elementary)

Understand and use frequently used Arabic expressions in everyday situations, including basic work conversations.

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B1 (Intermediate)

Handle daily workplace Arabic communications, like writing basic emails, understanding instructions, and speaking with coworkers or customers.

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B2 (Upper intermediate)

Express ideas fluently, write structured messages, and follow more complex discussions in Arabic.

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C1 (Advanced)

Communicate fluently and confidently using Arabic in formal and professional contexts. Understand longer texts, write clear reports, and participate in complex discussions.

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C2 (Proficient)

Easily understand implicit meaning, cultural nuance, and abstract topics in Arabic.

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Key skills assessed across Arabic proficiency tests

The tests assess candidates in four key areas:

Grammar and vocabulary: Candidates’ ability to use Arabic correctly, including verb forms, sentence structure, and vocabulary relevant to everyday and professional situations
Sentence composition: How well they can build complete, clear sentences – something especially important in Arabic, where formality and structure matter
Reading comprehension: How well they can understand work-related Arabic texts – like emails, instructions, or reports – and answer questions to demonstrate their understanding
Listening comprehension: Their ability to follow spoken Arabic – including announcements, short conversations, or voice messages – with attention to tone and detail

These skills are tested across all test levels, but tests get more difficult with each level. For instance, B1 tests focus mostly on everyday communication skills, while C1 tests focus on fluency in more formal, professional contexts.

What roles require Arabic proficiency?

Here are some roles where Arabic language skills directly impact job performance:

Customer support agent

B1-level Arabic is often enough for responding to common customer questions over chat, email, or phone. C1 Arabic is needed for roles with more complex complaints or escalations from customers who require confident, clear resolutions.

Visa processing coordinator

This role requires a strong command of written Arabic for reviewing applications, responding to government inquiries, and completing official documentation with precision.

Sales development representative

Clear spoken and written Arabic helps SDRs connect with leads, explain offers, and schedule follow-ups. B1 is typically sufficient if communication is conversational but consistent.

Arabic content editor

This role demands near-fluent Arabic for editing formal documents, marketing copy, or learning materials. C1 proficiency ensures proper grammar, tone, and context in formal writing.

Arabic language tests for every skill level

Arabic B1 (Intermediate)

The Arabic B1 (Intermediate) test evaluates a candidate’s Arabic proficiency at the B1 level of the CEFR framework. This test will help you hire employees who can communicate in Arabic on subjects commonly encountered at work and in everyday life.

10 min

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Arabic C1 (Advanced)

The Arabic C1 (Advanced) test evaluates candidates’ knowledge of the Arabic language at the C1 level of the CEFR framework. This test will help you hire employees who can participate in demanding professional and social conversations in Arabic.

10 min

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Designed and reviewed by Arabic experts

All our language proficiency tests are created by experts who specialize in teaching, translation, and professional communication. Every test goes through a detailed review process to ensure it's accurate, fair, and aligned with real workplace needs.

Fatima has taught Modern Standard Arabic to learners from around the world and now works as a translator and content writer. With a strong grasp of grammar, tone, and communication, she creates tests tailored to real workplace needs.

Arabic language test FAQs

TestGorilla uses percentile scoring – comparing each candidate’s results to others who’ve taken the same test. (You can also see raw scores.)

This helps you quickly determine who’s the strongest candidate. In fact, 53% of the employers we surveyed that use skills-based hiring (including assessments) said it helps them get to a smaller pool of qualified applicants quickly, reducing time-to-hire.

Revolut is an example of a company that reduced time-to-hire with TestGorilla’s language tests.

TestGorilla uses percentile scoring – comparing each candidate’s results to others who’ve taken the same test. (You can also see raw scores.)

This helps you quickly determine who’s the strongest candidate. In fact, 53% of the employers we surveyed that use skills-based hiring (including assessments) said it helps them get to a smaller pool of qualified applicants quickly, reducing time-to-hire.

Revolut is an example of a company that reduced time-to-hire with TestGorilla’s language tests.

Get started with Arabic language testing

Ready to evaluate Arabic communication skills with confidence? Select the appropriate Arabic language tests from TestGorilla’s library. Combine it with other tests – like soft skills and cognitive ability tests – to build a well-rounded assessment.

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