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TEF Québec (TEFAQ) training

The TEF Québec (TEFAQ) is the version of the TEF intended for immigration procedures to Québec and for Canadian citizenship. Issued by the CCI Paris Île-de-France, it assesses your written and spoken French, test by test.

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What is the TEF Québec (TEFAQ)?

The TEF (Test d’Évaluation de Français) is a language certification designed for non-French speakers who wish to assess their written and spoken French skills. The TEFAQ is the version intended, whatever your mother tongue, for candidates for immigration to Québec or for Canadian nationality, as well as for students and professionals who need proof of their level.

Issued by the Paris Île-de-France Chamber of Commerce and Industry, it is recognised in particular by Québec’s Ministère de l’Immigration, de la Francisation et de l’Intégration (MIFI), the French Ministry of Higher Education and the French Ministry of National Education.

TEF results remain valid for 2 years.

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The TEF Québec (TEFAQ) tests

You can take the tests separately and choose 1 to 4 of them depending on the immigration programme you are aiming for. For example, for the Programme de l’expérience québécoise (PEQ) and the Canadian citizenship application, listening and speaking are required.

Reading comprehension
60 min · 40 questions (multiple choice)

Assesses your ability to read and understand various written documents (correspondence, articles, literary texts, etc.) from everyday, professional or academic contexts. Multiple-choice questions with 4 options, only one correct.

Listening comprehension
40 min · 40 questions (multiple choice)

Examines your ability to understand spoken French in different situations (dialogues, radio extracts, etc.). Multiple-choice questions with 4 options, only one correct.

Written expression
60 min · 2 sections

Assesses your writing ability in French:

  • Section A— write the continuation of a news article, min. 80 words (25 min)
  • Section B— give and justify your point of view, min. 200 words (35 min)
Oral expression
15 min · 2 sections

Demonstrates your ability to communicate orally with an examiner:

  • Section A— ask for information on an everyday topic (5 min)
  • Section B— argue to convince your interlocutor (10 min)
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Understanding the scoring

The TEFAQ, like all TEF tests, is a positioning test that places your French skills on the CEFR scale.

Each test is graded individually, on a scale of 0 to 699 points. You receive a certificate showing your score per test and the corresponding CEFR level, from A1 (beginner) to C2 (mastery).

Score
CEFR level
0 to 99 A1 not reached
100 to 199 A1
200 to 299 A2
300 to 399 B1
400 to 499 B2
500 to 599 C1
600 to 699 C2

The required level varies depending on the programme, but a B2 level is generally recommended to maximise your chances.

Results are sent by email within 2 to 4 weeks after the test date.

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How to prepare for the TEF Québec (TEFAQ)?

Effective preparation relies on a good understanding of the test format and the expectations of each section. You can prepare online from home, with interactive exercises, sample tests, video tutorials and mock exams.

In collaboration with the CCI Paris Île-de-France, the awarding body, PrepMyFuture has developed the only online preparation that includes recent official mock tests: 1 TEF mini-test, 2 official mock tests, more than 100 lesson sheets and more than 2,200 practice questions.

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

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How to register for the exam?

Registration for the TEF takes place directly with an approved exam centre, in France or abroad. Check the official list of centres (more than 500 centres in over 110 countries), then contact the nearest one to find out the registration procedures, dates and required documents.

Once finalised, you will receive an official invitation by email specifying the date, time, location and instructions to follow.

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Where can you take the test?

The TEF can be taken in France or internationally, only in an approved centre (Alliance française, training centre, etc.). The full list of centres is available online.

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Why take the TEF Québec (TEFAQ)?

Recognised since 2002 by Québec’s Ministère de l’Immigration, de la Francisation et de l’Intégration (MIFI), the TEFAQ officially attests to your French language skills. It is required for a Canadian citizenship application and for Québec immigration programmes such as the PEQ or the PRTQ.

Some universities, colleges or employers may require a certified level of French for admission or hiring. The TEFAQ enhances your CV with official validation.

It also lets you measure your progress and set yourself a learning goal.

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Tips to succeed in the TEF Québec (TEFAQ)

The key to success lies above all in good preparation: the more you train, the better you understand the instructions for each section and develop the right reflexes.

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For reading comprehension and vocabulary, practise reading a wide variety of texts in French (articles, recipes, literary extracts) to read faster and broaden your vocabulary.

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For listening comprehension, get your ear used to French with podcasts, videos and radio programmes. Also remember to proofread yourself in written expression.

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On test day, read the instructions carefully: no draft paper is allowed, including in written expression. Take advantage of our free videos and the official mock tests.

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