At BLI, we have offered French as a second language courses for over 40 years. BLI is also an official test center for TEF Canada and TEFAQ exams.
In this page, you will find everything you need to know about TEF/TEFAQ exams.Â
Le Test d’Évaluation de Français pour l’accès au Québec (TEFAQ) is a general French test which aims to measure the candidate’s level of knowledge and ability in the French language.
The TEFAQ test is recognized by the Quebec Ministry for Immigration, Diversity and Inclusion (MIDI) and it is essential for an official immigration application.
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The official TEFAQ attestation shows the distribution of scores for each module taken along with detailed comments for the different competencies.
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It is your responsibility to check with IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) or MIDI (Ministry of Immigration, Diversity and Inclusion) which modules you need to take.
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The TEFAQ is used mainly for Quebec immigration purposes requiring a B2 level (upper intermediate).
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The TEFAQ, used to assess your oral and written competencies in French, consists of 4 modules.
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All modules should be taken the same day.
You must read the registration conditions before registering. By completing the registration form, and making the payment, you accept these conditions.
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Steps
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Complete the online registration form and make the payment.
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All registrations are processed online.
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After your registration
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We will send you a confirmation letter by email. It is important to arrive at the centre 15 minutes before the time indicated in your letter. No late arrivals will be accepted.
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The day of the exam
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Please present yourself to the address/addresses indicated in your confirmation letter:
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On the day of the exam, you must bring the following documents with you:
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Please note that there may be waiting times on the day of the exam. Plan to spend a full day at the centre, from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, if necessary.
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After the exam
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You can expect your results within 4 to 6 weeks after the exam.
BLI TEFAQ preparation course is focused on helping you develop the skills you need to succeed on the oral and listening modules of the test. You will work intensively on French language fluency and accuracy, expand your vocabulary and develop your listening skills.
Both TEF Canada and TEFAQ assign points for the immigration process on ​​the following scale:
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Principal Applicant
Maximum 16 points | A1, A2, B1 | B2 | C1 | C2 |
Listening Comprehension | 0 point | 5 points | 6 points | 7 points |
Oral Expression | 0 point | 5 points | 6 points | 7 points |
Reading Comprehension | 0 point | 1 point | ||
Written Expression | 0 point | 1 point |
The Test d’Évaluation de Français (TEF) Canada is a general French test that determines the level of knowledge and skills in the oral and written understanding and expression of French.
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The official TEF Canada certificate indicates the distribution of scores for each module taken along with detailed comments on the different skills and is recognized by Citizenship and Immigration Canada.
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TEF Canada consists of 4 modules.
All modules should be taken the same day.
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If you are applying for citizenship, you will need both oral comprehension and oral expression at a B2 (intermediate) level.
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If you are applying for permanent residence in Canada, all four modules of the exam are required.
You must read the registration conditions before registering. By completing the registration form, and making the payment, you accept these conditions.
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Steps
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Complete the online registration form and make the payment.
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All registrations are processed online
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After your registration
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We will send you a confirmation letter by email. It is important to arrive at the centre 15 minutes before the time indicated in your letter. No late arrivals will be accepted.
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The day of the exam
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Please present yourself to the address/addresses indicated in your confirmation letter:
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On the day of the exam, you must bring the following documents with you:
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Please note that there may be waiting times on the day of the exam. Plan to spend a full day at the centre, from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, if necessary.
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After the exam
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You can expect your results within 4 to 6 weeks after the exam.
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Under no circumstances can BLI Canada be held responsible if you register for the wrong exam.
The candidate is responsible for selecting all the modules required.
BLI TEF preparation course is focused on helping you develop the skills you need to succeed on the oral and listening modules of the test. You will work intensively on French language fluency and accuracy, expand your vocabulary and develop your listening skills.
Both TEF Canada and TEFAQ assign points for the immigration process on ​​the following scale:
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Principal Applicant
Maximum 16 points | A1, A2, B1 | B2 | C1 | C2 |
Listening Comprehension | 0 point | 5 points | 6 points | 7 points |
Oral Expression | 0 point | 5 points | 6 points | 7 points |
Reading Comprehension | 0 point | 1 point | ||
Written Expression | 0 point | 1 point |