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The TEF IRN (Intégration, Résidence et Nationalité) is the version of the TEF dedicated to French administrative procedures: the OFII citizen pathway, the resident card and naturalisation. Recognised by the Ministry of the Interior, it attests to your level of French in writing and speaking.

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What is the TEF IRN?

A specific version of the Test d’Évaluation de Français for integration, residence and nationality, the TEF IRN is aimed at non-French speakers over 16 who are engaged in French administrative procedures. It lets you attest your level of French in order to obtain a resident card, apply for French nationality, enhance your citizen pathway with the OFII, or work in the private security sector.

Issued by the Paris Île-de-France Chamber of Commerce and Industry, this certification has the official recognition of the French Ministry of the Interior.

The certificate is valid for 2 years from the exam date.

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The TEF IRN tests

The TEF IRN comprises four compulsory tests, to be taken in a single session: reading comprehension, listening comprehension, written expression and oral expression.

Reading comprehension
30 min · 20 questions (multiple choice)

Tests your ability to read and absorb everyday written materials: administrative documents, letters, articles, literary texts, etc. Multiple-choice questions with 4 options, only one correct.

Listening comprehension
20 min · 20 questions (multiple choice)

Assesses your understanding of spoken French in different situations: voicemails, conversations, radio passages, interviews, etc. Multiple-choice questions with 4 options.

Written expression
30 min · 2 sections

Checks your writing skills:

  • Section A— write a message of at least 40 words to ask for news (10 min)
  • Section B— set out your motivations to convince, min. 100 words (20 min)
Oral expression
10 min · 2 sections

Examines your ability to communicate orally with an examiner:

  • Section A— make a phone call and ask questions about a service (5 min)
  • Section B— help a friend make a decision (5 min)
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Understanding the scoring

The TEF IRN is a positioning test that determines your level according to the CEFR.

Each test is graded on a scale of 0 to 499 points. The certificate details the scores per test, the associated CEFR level and your overall level, from A1 (elementary) to B2 (intermediate).

Score
Niveau CECRL
0 to 99 A1 not reached
100 to 199 A1
200 to 299 A2
300 to 399 B1
400 to 499 B2

Results are sent by email about 2 weeks after the test.

Please note: for a long-term resident card, an A2 level is required (B1 from 1 January 2026); for French nationality, a B1 level is required (B2 from 1 January 2026).

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How to prepare for the TEF IRN?

Successful preparation relies first on a good knowledge of the test format and the requirements of each section. You can train from home: interactive exercises, real sample tests, explanatory videos and mock tests under exam conditions.

As the exclusive partner of the CCI Paris Île-de-France, PrepMyFuture is the only official TEF preparation provider and offers new, official mock exams: 1 TEF mini-test, more than 100 lesson sheets, more than 2,200 practice questions and 2 official mock tests.

Also discover our preparations for the general TEF, the TEF Canada, the TEF Québec and the TEF Études.

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How to register for the exam?

Registration is done directly through an approved exam centre, in France or internationally. Check the official directory of centres, then contact the chosen establishment for registration details, the schedule and the required documents.

After registering, you will receive an official invitation with the practical information: date, times, address and instructions.

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Where can you take the test?

The TEF is organised in France and internationally in approved centres (Alliances françaises, training organisations, etc.). The full list of exam centres is available online.

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Why take the TEF IRN?

The TEF IRN is official proof of your command of French, recognised by the French Ministry of the Interior for the OFII citizen pathway, the long-term resident card and naturalisation. It has also been approved by France Compétences since October 2024, which means you can use your Personal Training Account (CPF) to fund the test.

Beyond its administrative usefulness, it enhances your professional profile and lets you objectively assess your progress.

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Tips to succeed in the TEF IRN

Your performance depends above all on your preparation: getting familiar with the exam format and training regularly helps you absorb the instructions, gain confidence and maximise your score.

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For reading comprehension and the vocabulary-structure section, vary your reading (press, recipes, literature) to improve your reading speed and broaden your vocabulary.

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For listening comprehension, expose yourself regularly to French-language audio content (podcasts, videos, radio programmes).

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On the day, take time to absorb the instructions: all the tests must take place on a single day. Take advantage of our free videos and our official mock exams.

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