Linguaskill Remote online English test
Linguaskill Remote online English test
Take the Linguaskill Remote English test with Swiss Exams, official partner of Cambridge English Language Assessment in Switzerland. It’s a secure, adaptive, and modular Cambridge English test you can take anytime, anywhere. Aligned with CEFR B1–C2, it’s available in both Linguaskill General and Linguaskill Business, giving you the flexibility to test your English conveniently, even at home.
Looking for a flexible remote English test?
Prove your English skills anytime and anywhere with Linguaskill Remote, designed for institutions and candidates who need a fast, reliable, and secure online assessment.
Test English proficiency with the Linguaskill online exam
Why choose Linguaskill Remote test from Cambridge?
Take the test anytime, anywhere: You can take the test from home, office, or any location with a stable internet connection, giving you the flexibility that fits your schedule.
Adaptive test: The test adapts and accurately measures your English level. As you progress, questions become easier or more challenging based on your performance, giving you a fair, personalised, and reliable assessment of your English level.
Fast results: You will receive your results as an official Cambridge certificate within just 3-5 working days, helping you plan your next steps for study, work, or recruitment.
Secure online testing, trusted worldwide
Linguaskill Remote is accepted worldwide by employers, universities, and institutions as a trusted proof of English proficiency from Cambridge English. The test is secure and reliable, monitored by AI and human proctors to ensure fairness and compliance with Cambridge English standards.
How does the Linguaskill Remote test work?
Before taking your Linguaskill Remote test, Swiss Exams will provide you with a candidate guide and support that explains the exam process.
- Registration and setup instructions
- System check and test-day procedures
- Taking the remote test online with AI-assisted monitoring and extensive post-test human review
- Receiving results and reports
Linguaskill Remote test format:
Linguaskill Remote follows the same format as the Linguaskill (Business or General) test taken at our exam centres in Switzerland. It assesses the four key English skills; Reading, Listening, Writing, and Speaking.
| Module | Explanation | Duration | Number of Sections |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | Tests your understanding of written English using a variety of tasks, including multiple choice, gap-fill, text completion and text matching. | Maximum 59 mins | Variable (adaptive to your level with no fixed number of questions) |
| Listening | Measures how well you understand spoken English in everyday and professional contexts. | Maximum 59 mins | Variable (adaptive to your level with no fixed number of questions) |
| Writing | tests your writing skills in two tasks, email and essay/report. | 55 minutes | 2 tasks |
| Speaking | Conducted online using a microphone and headphones, where you respond to a series of questions. | 16 minutes | 5 sections |
For more details, visit the Cambridge English exam format page.
What’s the difference between taking Linguaskill Remote and at a test centre in Switzerland?
Linguaskill Remote offers the same accuracy, security, and reliability as the test taken at the Swiss Exams exam centre, while giving you the flexibility to complete it from home or work.
| Key difference | Linguaskill Remote | Linguaskill at Centre |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Take the online test from home or work — anywhere in Switzerland. | Take the online test on-site at a Swiss Exams exam centre. |
| Supervision | AI-assisted monitoring during the test, supported by extensive post-test human invigilation. | Direct supervision by Swiss Exams staff during the test session. |
| Security and scoring | Same Cambridge standards of security, accuracy, reliability, and scoring as the test taken at centre. | Same Cambridge standards of security, accuracy, reliability, and scoring as the remote test. |
| Delivery | Online, from your own location. | Online, at a Swiss Exams exam centre. |
Swiss Exams technical support for a seamless test experience
Swiss Exams provides full guidance and technical support for Linguaskill Remote candidates throughout Switzerland, ensuring a smooth and secure test experience.
You mainly need a stable internet connection and a PC or laptop to take the Linguaskill remote proctored test. A functional webcam, microphone, and headphones are also required for the exam.
Before your test day, you will complete a quick system check to ensure your setup meets the technical requirements. Discover further information here.