The Test d’Évaluation de Français (TEF) is an international benchmark exam created by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Paris Ile-de-France. It measures your level of knowledge and skills in French across multiple competencies. The certification is valid for two years and is recognized by numerous institutions worldwide.
Enroll in a French university (TEF Études).
Move to Canada (TEF Canada) or Québec (TEFaQ).
Obtain French or Swiss nationality or a residence permit (TEF IRN).
Validate your language level for career opportunities.
Designed for personal, academic, or professional assessment. Ideal if you need a general evaluation of your French skills.
Specifically for “Intégration, Résidence et Nationalité”. Required for obtaining French or Swiss nationality or a residence permit.
The official tests for immigration procedures to Canada or Québec. Essential for your points-based application.
Mandatory for international students wishing to enroll in undergraduate programs (Licence) at a French university.
TEF is a progressive multilevel test (A1 to C2) based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and Canadian Language Benchmarks. You do not choose a level before registering; your results indicate your level for each skill.
Note: Grammar & Vocabulary may be assessed in some versions. Results are available 4 to 6 weeks after the test.
Tutorials and sample papers on the official CCI website to get familiar with the test format.
Tailored classes offered by Alliance Française to help you succeed and reach your target score.
