TEF Canada
Test d’Evaluation de Français pour le Canada
The TEF Canada is a standardized and graded French language test that is mandatory for economic immigration programs that require proof of language skills. For people seeking Canadian citizenship, it is also proves one’s French language proficiency level.
All candidates receive a digital certificate of their French level (from A1 to C2) within 5-7 days of the test date.
Since January 2021, the TEF Canada is no longer taken on paper, but instead in a computer format. (Note: exams are still taken on-site.) Our computers have QWERTY keyboards with a built-in accent keyboard on the screen.
There is a maximum of 6 people per exam.
February 6, 2026 | Registration link
February 11, 2026 | Registration link
February 20, 2026 | Registration link
February 24, 2026 | Registration link
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March 13, 2026 | Registration link
April 17, 2026 | Registration link
April 21, 2026 | Registration link
For any exam inquiries, please email [email protected]. Exam questions cannot be processed over the phone and must be submitted via email.
Note: Space is quite limited and the exam sessions tend to fill up extremely quickly. Please find here a map to assist in locating certified TEF Canada exam centers with open sessions.
Full exam (needed for immigration): $385
Once registered, exam fees are nonrefundable.
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