Frequently Asked Questions

PLA (Portugues Lingua de Acolhimento) is a structured course pathway to A2 certification, as an alternative to the CIPLE exam. Instead of a single high-stakes test, you complete a course with ongoing assessment. Both pathways produce certificates accepted by AIMA for citizenship.

Yes. A2 certificates from DGERT-certified PLA courses are accepted by AIMA and the Conservatoria for citizenship and permanent residency applications, just like CIPLE certificates.

The course is designed to be completed in 8-12 weeks. You'll have access to all video materials 24/7 alongside weekly live practice sessions.

Some basic familiarity helps, but the course is designed for the A1-to-A2 transition. If you can handle basic greetings and simple phrases, you're ready to start.

We offer multiple time slots each week specifically to accommodate different work schedules. If you miss a session, you can attend a different slot that same week.

CIPLE is a single exam administered by CAPLE that tests your Portuguese level. PLA (Portugues Lingua de Acolhimento) is a structured course with ongoing assessment. Both produce A2 certificates accepted for citizenship, but PLA offers a more gradual, lower-pressure path to certification.

We partner with a DGERT-certified PLA delivery organization to provide official A2 certification. The certificate is issued by our certified partner and is recognized by AIMA and the Conservatoria.

The Standard plan is €19/week and the Premium plan is €49/week. You pay weekly for as long as you are enrolled — no large upfront payment. Most students complete in 28-36 weeks.

You must complete the full 150-hour curriculum and attend the weekly live sessions. Proof of attendance is tracked through our platform. Once you have completed all requirements, your A2 certificate is issued by our DGERT-certified partner.

The course is fully online, so you can access the video lectures from anywhere. However, the A2 certification is specifically designed for people pursuing Portuguese citizenship or residency.

A computer or smartphone with internet access and a webcam/microphone for the live practice sessions. All video content is mobile-friendly and streams in standard definition to work with slower connections.