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.
Friday, July 17, 2026 | Registration link
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 | Registration link
Friday, July 31, 2026 | Registration link
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 | Registration link
Friday, August 14, 2026 | Registration link
Tuesday, September 18, 2026 | Registration link
Friday, September 25, 2026 | Registration link
Friday, October 9, 2026 | Registration link
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 | Registration link
Tuesday, October 27, 2026 | Registration link
Important exam information:
Exam fees are non-refundable.
Candidates should plan to reserve the full day (9am-5pm) for their exam session.
For any exam inquiries, please email certifications@af-chicago.org.
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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