How many questions are on the CCSE exam?

The CCSE (Conocimientos Constitucionales y Socioculturales de España) consists of 25 multiple-choice questions with 30 minutes to complete them. You must answer at least 15 correctly (60%) to pass.

Who administers the CCSE exam?

The CCSE is administered by the Instituto Cervantes at its centres and approved locations worldwide. You must register through the Instituto Cervantes website and pay the exam fee before booking a test date.

What does the CCSE exam cover?

The CCSE covers Spanish history (from prehistoric settlements to modern democracy), the 1978 Constitution, Spanish government institutions (Monarquía, Cortes Generales, Gobierno, Tribunal Constitucional), fundamental rights and citizenship duties, and Spanish geography, culture, regional languages, and traditions.

How long is the CCSE exam valid?

A passed CCSE certificate is valid for 4 years from the date of the exam. It must be presented as part of the nationality application (residencia por matrimonio or residencia por tiempo de residencia) before it expires.

Citizenship Exam Prep

CCSE Spain: 30 Practice Questions and Answers (2026)

30 mock CCSE practice questions for Spanish citizenship — constitutional knowledge and sociocultural knowledge sections. Correct answers and explanations included.