French is the highest-leverage second language for Canadian PR.

French coaching for Canada Express Entry, Quebec, and European study.

TEF Canada and TCF for the Express Entry French-speaker bonus and Quebec admissions. DELF / DALF for European master’s programs and French residency. Examiner-trained tutors, structured prep, integrated booking.

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French test variants

Different tests, different uses.

Test	Used for	Format
TEF Canada	Express Entry French-speaker bonus	FormatCECR-aligned bands across 4 skills
TCF Canada	Express Entry IRCC alternative	FormatCECR-aligned, computer-delivered
TCF Quebec	Quebec PEQ / CSQ / unis	FormatDifferent scoring scale than TCF Canada
DELF	European study (B1–B2)	FormatLifetime-valid certificate
DALF	Postgraduate French (C1–C2)	FormatLifetime-valid; required by some grad programs

For informatory and consultation purposes only — visa rules, fees, and intake windows change; verify with the relevant official source and book a personal consultation before acting.

French readiness

Where you are vs where you need to be.

A1 — Initial

TEF 0–100 / TCF 100–199

UnlocksBasic survival French. Foundation only — no immigration leverage yet.

Prep timeline12–16 weeks of beginner classes.

B1 — Conversational

TEF 207–232 / TCF 300–349

UnlocksQuebec PEQ workers stream eligibility, French residency entry, basic university programs.

Prep timeline10–14 weeks from A1.

B2 — Academic

TEF 233–348 / TCF 400–499

UnlocksExpress Entry French-speaker bonus (+25 CRS), Quebec CSQ, French master’s admissions.

Prep timeline12–16 weeks from B1.

C1–C2 — Advanced

TEF 349+ / TCF 600+

UnlocksMaximum Express Entry French bonus (+50 CRS), French legal / medical regulatory exams.

Prep timeline16–24 weeks from B2 — most plateau here.

* Predicted bands are based on certified-tutor assessment at intake. We do not guarantee a specific TEF / TCF score.

How French coaching is run

Four stages.

Diagnostic

CECR-aligned placement test scored to TEF and TCF descriptors.

Targeted modules

Sessions in production (speaking + writing) prioritised — the highest-leverage skills for Express Entry bonus.

Mock TEF / TCF

Full mock test scored by a certified tutor before booking the real exam.

Booking + retake

Test booked at right centre, right window. Retake coaching available if a sub-skill fell short.

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Direct booking through official partners.

TEF Canada

Express Entry French-speaker bonus and Canada PR. Held by Le Français des Affaires.

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TCF Canada

Alternative to TEF for Express Entry. Hosted by France Éducation International.

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DELF / DALF

Lifetime-valid certificates for European study and French residency.

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* Booking links route to the official test partner. Test fees are paid directly to the test provider in their listed currency. Chase Global does not collect exam fees.

French coaching questions

What students ask first.

NCLC 7+ (TEF ≥ 207 or TCF ≥ 300) adds +25 CRS if your English is CLB 4 or below, or +50 CRS if your English is CLB 5+. The +50 case is the highest single bonus on the Express Entry grid for many candidates.
Either works for Express Entry. TEF is more widely available globally; TCF is computer-delivered and often has earlier slots in major cities. We pick based on slot availability in your city.
Yes — Quebec uses TEF or TCF Quebec versions for PEQ / CSQ programs. Score thresholds and the bonus structure differ from federal Express Entry.
Realistically 8–12 months of consistent prep at 5–7 hours per week. Most learners plateau between B1 and B2 — we coach the writing rubric specifically.

French coaching for Canada Express Entry, Quebec, and European study.

Different tests, different uses.

Where you are vs where you need to be.

Four stages.

Diagnostic

Targeted modules

Mock TEF / TCF

Booking + retake

Direct booking through official partners.

What students ask first.

+50 CRS is often the difference between an invitation and the next round.

Where French unlocks the most value.

French coaching for Canada Express Entry, Quebec, and European study.

Where you are vs where you need to be.

Four stages.

Diagnostic

Targeted modules

Mock TEF / TCF

Booking + retake

Direct booking through official partners.

What students ask first.

+50 CRS is often the difference between an invitation and the next round.

Where French unlocks the most value.

Canada Express Entry

Quebec Skilled Worker

Study in Europe