How long will it take to get my standard Duolingo English Test results?
Most test takers receive their standard Duolingo English Test results within about 48 hours of finishing the test, which is delivered through your online dashboard and by email once certified. If you need your score sooner, a paid faster option can shorten this wait to around 12 hours.
You will normally get your standard Duolingo English Test result within about 48 hours of finishing the test. Once it is certified, it shows up in your online dashboard and is also emailed to the address you registered with. If your deadline is tight, a paid faster option can cut that wait significantly.
Duolingo English Test Result Timeline
| Result Type | Typical Turnaround |
|---|---|
| Standard result | About 48 hours |
| Faster result (paid upgrade) | About 12 hours |
How to Check Your Result Once It Arrives
- Go to your Duolingo English Test dashboard and sign in with your registered email.
- Open your test history to find your certified result.
- Review your overall score along with your subscores and test date.
- Download your certificate as a PDF to share or store.
My Advice
Take the test with a bit of buffer before your university deadline rather than at the last minute, so a standard 48 hour wait does not put you under pressure, and keep the faster option in mind only as a backup plan.
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