TEF - Test d'Évaluation du Français

The TEF (Test d’Évaluation de Français) is an official French language proficiency test designed to assess the level of French of non-native speakers.

Recognized internationally, the TEF is commonly used for immigration procedures, French citizenship and residency applications, academic purposes, and professional certification. The test evaluates key language skills, including listening comprehension, reading comprehension, written expression, and oral expression, depending on the selected test version.

All TEF exams are computer-based, ensuring a standardized, secure, and efficient testing experience.

The TEF is developed and administered by the Paris Île-de-France Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI Paris Île-de-France), a leading public institution that guarantees the quality, reliability, and official recognition of the exam worldwide.

Several versions of the TEF are available, such as TEF Canada, TEF Québec, TEF IRN (Integration, Residency and Nationality), and TEF Études, each adapted to specific administrative or academic requirements.

As an official TEF testing center, we provide candidates with a professional, secure, and computer-equipped testing environment that meets the strict standards set by the CCI Paris Île-de-France.

For more information or questions, please contact us at exams@alliancehouston.org.

TEF Exam Modules and Requirements

The Test d’Évaluation de Français (TEF) includes several versions designed for different purposes. Each version has specific requirements regarding the number of sections candidates must complete.

TEF IRN (Integration, Residency, and Nationality)
Candidates must complete all four mandatory sections of the exam.

TEF Canada

Four sections are required for Canadian immigration purposes (as required by IRCC).
In certain specific cases, such as Canadian citizenship applications, only two sections may be required.

TEF Québec (TEFAQ)
Candidates must complete two mandatory sections:

Listening Comprehension (CO)
Speaking Expression (EO)
Additional sections are optional, depending on the candidate’s immigration or professional project.

TEF (General Use)
The TEF for general purposes is modular and flexible. Candidates may register for one or more sections, depending on their individual needs, such as academic studies, employment, professional certification, or language placement.
There is no universally required combination of sections, as requirements vary depending on the receiving institution (university, employer, or organization).

Important Information for Candidates

In most cases, the required sections are determined by the requesting institution or organization.
Candidates are therefore strongly advised to contact the relevant institution in advance to confirm exactly which sections are required for their specific application.