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What does the TCF Canada test?
The test has four parts: listening, reading, writing, and speaking.
The listening test has 39 questions and lasts 35 minutes. The reading test has 39 questions and lasts 60 minutes.
The writing test has three tasks in 60 minutes. The speaking test has three tasks and lasts about 12 minutes.
How is the result reported?
Your result gives a score for each test. Each score matches a level on the CEFR scale. Immigration programs convert the result to their own scale.
Use the official conversion table of the program you apply to.
Who needs the TCF Canada?
Many people take it for permanent residence or citizenship applications. Rules change, so read the current requirements before you book a test.
Rules and fees change. Always check the official sources: France Éducation international and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.