TEF French Exam in Montpellier
Certify your French language level with LSF
What is the TEF French exam?
The TEF (Test d’évaluation de français) is an internationally recognised French proficiency test created and managed by CCI Paris Île-de-France.
The TEF helps you prove your level of French for:
- Immigration (including Canada and Québec)
- France administrative procedures (residency card, naturalisation)
- Studies in French-speaking higher education 
Depending on the TEF version you choose, you may take 2 to 4 mandatory tests (and sometimes optional modules, depending on your project).
Results delivery: usually around 2 weeks after the test (TEF IRN pathway) and results are valid for 2 years.
TEF Exam Format:
The TEF is a modular French proficiency exam, you may need to take all or only some of the tests.
Listening comprehension (40 min)
60 multiple choice questions on computer. This test evaluates your ability to understand spoken French through short audio recordings.
Reading comprehension (60 min)
50 multiple choice questions in 4 sections on computer. This test measures your ability to read and understand written French texts.
Speaking (15 min)
2 tasks (getting information and convincing) in a face to face interview with an examiner. This test assesses how clearly and effectively you communicate in spoken French.
Writing (60 min)
2 tasks (writing an article and expressing an opinion) on computer. This test evaluates how well you express ideas in written French.
Lexicon and structure (30 min)
40 multiple choice questions in 4 sections on computer. This test measures your accuracy in French vocabulary and grammar.
FRENCH EXAM: TEF
TEST d'evaluation de français
Category: French exam
Official TEF test sessions in Montpellier
• Online payment and registration
• Official examination attestation
• Fixed session dates (limited seats)
Tests
TEF
TEF Integration
TEF Canada
Sessions : fixed dates (see registration form)
Duration :
Please allow a full day for your exam session (check-in, waiting time, and administrative steps included).
From 1 hour to 3 hours 30 minutes, depending on the TEF version you choose.
Assessed Skills :
Written and oral comprehension skills, written tests and interviews with examiners
Price : 250€
Which TEF should you take?
TEF General
(Study, Work, Personal)
If you need an official French level certificate for study, work, or personal projects, you will typically take the TEF (General).
Available tests (5):
Reading comprehension
Listening comprehension
Writing
Speaking
- Lexicon & Structure
TEF IRN
(Integration, Residency, Nationality in France)
If your goal is a French residency card or French naturalisation, you will typically take TEF IRN.
Mandatory tests (4):
Reading comprehension
Listening comprehension
Writing
Speaking
TEF Canada
(Immigration or Citizenship)
The TEF Canada is officially recognised by the Canadian federal government for immigration and citizenship pathways.
For immigration: 4 mandatory tests
For Canadian citizenship: 2 mandatory tests
Reading comprehension
Listening comprehension
Writing
Speaking
TEF Québec / TEFAQ
(Québec Immigration)
TEF Québec (also known as TEFAQ) is officially recognised by the Québec government for immigration procedures.
It is modular (4 possible tests):
Reading comprehension
Listening comprehension
Writing
Speaking
Prepare for the TEF
If you want to improve your score, we can help you prepare at KLF – LSF Montpellier with:
General French courses (all levels)
Private lessons focused on your target skills (speaking, writing, listening, reading)
Exam-focused practice (timed tasks, strategies, feedback)
To help you take the examination which corresponds to your project, the CCIP has produced the following manuals:
The TEF is an official French proficiency test managed by CCI Paris Île-de-France. It certifies your French level for studies, immigration, and administrative procedures.
TEF results are valid for 2 years.
In most cases, you will need TEF IRN (Integration, Residency, Nationality).
You will typically need TEF Canada. For immigration, 4 tests are required (reading, listening, writing, speaking).
You will typically need TEF Québec (TEFAQ), a modular version recognised for Québec immigration procedures.
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