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The DELF B1 certifies an intermediate (threshold) level of French, required in particular to obtain French nationality. Issued by France Éducation international, this diploma is recognised worldwide and valid for life.

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What is the DELF B1?

The DELF (Diplôme d’Études en Langue Française) certifies your level of French according to the CEFR. Issued by France Éducation international, it is recognised worldwide by administrations, employers and academic institutions. This article covers the main version, the general DELF, intended for adults and teenagers over 16.

The DELF B1, intermediate (threshold) level, is required in particular to obtain French nationality. It attests that you are able to describe a variety of topics simply, write clear and organised texts, understand factual information and follow conversations on familiar topics.

Levels C1 and C2 fall under the DALF (Diplôme Approfondi de Langue Française). Once obtained, the DELF B1 is valid for life.

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The DELF B1 tests

The DELF B1 comprises four tests: three group tests and one individual test, assessing comprehension and production, in both writing and speaking.

Listening comprehension
25 min · 3 tasks

Listen to various audio documents and answer multiple-choice or short-answer questions:

  • Task 1— dialogue on everyday situations
  • Task 2— radio programme on a professional topic
  • Task 3— general topic covered in a programme
Reading comprehension
45 min · 2 tasks

Read several documents and answer multiple-choice, short-answer or true/false questions:

  • Task 1— identify information in practical documents (brochure, advertisement, menu)
  • Task 2— understand an article of general interest
Written production
45 min · 1 text

Write a text of at least 160 words to express a personal point of view based on a written document (letter, email, article, forum essay, etc.).

Oral production
15 min (+ 10 min of preparation)

Individual interview before two examiners, in three parts:

  • Guided interview— introduce yourself and talk about yourself (2 to 3 min)
  • Expressing a point of view— role-play on an everyday situation (3 to 4 min)
  • Interactive task— structured talk based on a short document (3 to 4 min)
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Understanding the scoring

Each test is graded out of 25 points, for a total of 100 points. To pass, you must obtain at least 5/25 in each test (a lower score is disqualifying) and an overall score of at least 50/100.

The group tests assess your compliance with the instructions, the coherence and fluency of your discourse, your lexical and grammatical competence and spelling; the oral test assesses vocabulary, morphosyntax and the phonological system (speech rate and pronunciation).

Once obtained, the DELF B1 is valid for life.

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How to prepare for the DELF B1?

Training for the DELF B1 should be progressive and rigorous: get familiar with the exam format and train in conditions close to the test.

PrepMyFuture, in partnership with the Alliance française de Paris, offers an online course: 60 lesson sheets, more than 1,500 questions, 3 full mock tests and 1 DELF B1 mini-test, with detailed answer keys.

Also discover the DELF preparation and the DELF B2 preparation.

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How to register for the exam?

To register, contact an exam centre directly, in France or abroad. The list of centres is available on the France Éducation international website. As each diploma is independent, you can take the DELF B1 without having passed the A2.

The centre will provide the dates, locations, registration fees and documents. On the day, present the ID document used at registration (dictionaries are not allowed in the room).

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Where can you take the test?

The DELF is taken in many centres in France and internationally, usually in monthly sessions and exclusively in person. Contact your centre to find out the exact dates.

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Why take the DELF B1?

The DELF B1 is an internationally recognised official diploma, essential for any naturalisation application or for obtaining French nationality.

It enhances your French skills, makes integration in a French-speaking environment easier and is an asset on your CV for a job or an internship. It is valid for life.

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Tips to succeed in the DELF B1

To pass the DELF B1 and obtain at least 50/100, prepare in advance and make sure the B1 level matches your current level and your goal.

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Work on all four skills: listen to podcasts and videos, read every day, write short texts and talk with native speakers (record yourself).

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Read the instructions carefully: in listening comprehension, answer the simple questions first then adjust on the second listening; in reading comprehension, leave time to review.

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In written production, organise your ideas on a draft; when speaking, stay confident, look at the examiner and use logical connectors.

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Practise under real conditions with mock tests and analyse your mistakes to identify your areas for improvement.

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