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Who can take the TCF?
The TCF is open to all candidates, regardless of nationality or first language.
Candidates with special educational needs can receive specific testing accommodations if requested in writing four months before the exam. To qualify, they must submit a medical certificate detailing the nature of their needs and the doctor's recommendations for assessing language skills. If making a payment for someone else, include a comment specifying the exam taker.
Which TCF do you need?
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TCF CANADA
Who shoulde take this test ?
The TCF CANADA is required for applicants seeking :
- Canadian permanent residency
- Canadian citizenship
- Express Entry applications
| 4 mandatory tests | Total duration: 2h47 |
|
Listening |
35 min |
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Reading |
60 min |
|
Writing |
60 min |
| Speaking |
12 min |
Results valid for 2 years
Cost: 550 AU$ inc.
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TCF IRN
Who shoulde take this test ?
The TCF IRN is required for :
- French nationality applications
- Long-term residency permits
- Residence cards
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Integration procedures in France
| 4 mandatory tests | Total duration: 1h35 |
|
Listening |
20 min |
|
Reading |
35 min |
|
Writing |
30 min |
| Speaking |
10 min |
Results valid for 2 years
Cost: 500 AU$ inc.
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TCF Tout Public
Who shoulde take this test ?
The TCF Tout Public is designed for candidates who need proof of French proficiency for :
- University applications
- Professional purposes
- Academic Projects
| 4 mandatory tests | Total duration: 1h25 |
|
Listening |
25 min |
|
Reading |
45 min |
|
Language Structures |
15 min |
|
Optional : Speaking Optional : Writing |
10 min 60 min |
Results valid for 2 years
Cost: 400 AU$ inc.
Optional : 120 AU$
Please note that places are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Registrations close 2 weeks before the examination date.
2027 TCF Test Dates
Registrations for 2027 will be available shortly.
Confirmed session dates and registration deadlines will be published on this page as soon as they become available. In the meantime, please contact
the examinations team
with any questions.
| Test | Date | Registration Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| TCF Canada | To be confirmed | To be confirmed |
| TCF IRN | To be confirmed | To be confirmed |
| TCF Tout Public | To be confirmed | To be confirmed |
How can you acces your results?
Results are generally available within approximately two weeks, depending on the processing time of France Éducation international (FEI). Please note that processing times may vary, particularly during holiday periods.
Online Certificates
Your final TCF certificate will be sent by email only. No paper certificate will be mailed to you. Please ensure that your email address is correct when registering for the examination.
Validity
Your TCF certificate is valid for two years from the date you take the test.
Requesting a Re-mark
If you are not satisfied with your results in the Speaking and/or Writing sections, you may request a re-mark.
Your request must be submitted within 30 days of the examination centre receiving your results certificate. The application form must be emailed to the examination centre where you took the test.
Upon request, your examination paper will be submitted for double marking by a senior TCF examiner in Paris.
A fee applies to the re-mark request. This fee will be refunded if your mark is revised. In that case, France Éducation international will issue an updated certificate.
For further information or assistance, please contact Alliance Française de Canberra : enquiries@afcanberra.com.au.