Group course
Total Beginner to YKI
For complete beginners aiming at Finnish citizenship
- Entry level
- No previous Swedish needed
- Length
- 5 months, 53 lessons
- Format
- Live online groups of 8-12
- Course fee
- €750, payable in 3 installments
B1/B2-level proficiency
YKI Test Preparation Courses
The YKI test (Yleinen Kielitutkinto) is Finland's official language proficiency exam, essential for those seeking Finnish citizenship, employment, or educational opportunities. Achieving at least an intermediate level (level 3) is a mandatory requirement for Finnish citizenship applications. As of 2025, Finland's passport is ranked among the strongest globally, offering visa-free access to numerous countries.
New language requirements for permanent residency
As of 8 January 2026, applicants aged 18 or over must demonstrate Swedish (or Finnish) language proficiency when applying for a permanent residence permit in Finland. The required level depends on the application pathway you choose.
See the Migri pageChoose Your YKI Course
Our structured YKI preparation courses are designed to help you achieve the B1/B2-level proficiency required for the YKI exam. Whether you are a complete beginner or already have some knowledge of Swedish, we have the right course to match your level.
Each course includes high-quality learning materials, structured lessons, and exam-focused training. If you are unsure which course is best for you, the teacher assesses your current Swedish level and gives recommendations accordingly.
1-to-1
Individual YKI Preparation
For learners who want a flexible, personal pace
- Entry level
- Any level, assessed on an intro call
- Packages
- 10, 20, 40 and 50 lessons
- Format
- 60-minute private lessons, no fixed schedule
- Price from
- €25 per lesson
4-week sprint
Super Intensive YKI Preparation
For students at A2+ with an exam date coming up
- Entry level
- A2 and above
- Length
- 4 weeks, 4 lessons per week
- Format
- Two 2-hour blocks per week, online
- Course fee
- €285, includes 22% VAT
Our courses at Learn Swedish Lab correspond to the levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages CEFR (svenska: GERS)
Group course
Total Beginner to YKI
One structured system that merges four Swedish courses, A0-A1, A1-A2, A2-B1 and YKI Preparation, into five months of YKI-focused study.
Includes a 100% YKI pass guarantee: attend all lessons and submit all homework, and you can repeat the next course free of charge.
- Entry level: No previous Swedish needed
- Length: 5 months, 53 lessons
- Format: Live online groups of 8-12
- Course fee: €750, payable in 3 installments
1-to-1
Individual YKI Preparation
Every session focuses on your own weak points, exam areas and progress, so you can strengthen exactly what the YKI test will ask of you.
Your teacher assesses your skills during the introductory call and recommends the package that fits your goals and timeline.
- Entry level: Any level, assessed on an intro call
- Packages: 10, 20, 40 and 50 lessons
- Format: 60-minute private lessons, no fixed schedule
- Price from: €25 per lesson
4-week sprint
Super Intensive YKI Preparation
Four weeks spent entirely on the exam: authentic YKI questions, timed tasks, full simulations and feedback on every answer.
It teaches you to think, structure and present your Swedish the way YKI examiners expect.
- Entry level: A2 and above
- Length: 4 weeks, 4 lessons per week
- Format: Two 2-hour blocks per week, online
- Course fee: €285, includes 22% VAT
Upcoming YKI Test Dates – Intermediate Level
- Past date: 31.1.2026
- Past date: 11.4.2026
- Past date: 29.8.2026
- Past date: 2.10.2026
- 14.11.2026
Led by experienced instructors
Our YKI test preparation courses are led by experienced instructors who specialize in YKI Swedish test preparation. We also offer YKI mock exams that replicate authentic YKI test conditions, giving you the practice and confidence you need to succeed.
All YKI tests consist of four subtests: speaking, listening comprehension, writing, and reading comprehension. You get a separate grade for each subtest. For the Finnish citizenship application you need at least grade 3 in two subtests, and only these combinations are accepted:
- speaking and writing, or
- listening comprehension and writing, or
- reading comprehension and speaking.
You can use the YKI certificate when you:
apply for a job or study place,
apply for Finnish citizenship (certificates of Swedish skills),
and must prove your level of language skills to an employer
(source: https://www.oph.fi/en)
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Tell us your level and your timeline, and we will recommend the course that fits you best.
- Personal reply from a YKI teacher
- Advice on the right course and level
- No obligation to book
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