TCF Québec
The French exam that Québec requires for permanent immigration. Candidates sit between one and four tests.
Canada Skills Academy is applying for approval from France Éducation international. We do not run the exam yet.
Who takes it
Candidates who apply for permanent immigration to Québec.
- Any candidate, of any nationality and first language, who must show French ability in a Québec immigration file.
Tests and timing
| Test | Task | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Listening | Multiple-choice questions | See note below |
| Reading | Multiple-choice questions | See note below |
| Writing | 3 exercises | 60 minutes |
| Speaking | 3 exercises, face to face with an examiner | 12 minutes |
For the number of questions and the minutes in listening and reading, see the France Éducation international page.
The candidate decides how many tests to sit, from one to four. The immigration file sets which ones are needed.
Results
- Every test that a candidate sits is reported separately.
- A result states a CEFR level, from A1 to C2.
- Examiners mark writing and speaking out of 20.
A result stays valid for two years after the test date. Confirm the rule for your own file before you rely on it.
Uses of the result
- A permanent immigration application to Québec.
Points to note
Published sources disagree on the question counts and timings of the Québec listening and reading tests. The France Éducation international page is the reference to follow.
Rules, formats and fees can change. Confirm them with France Éducation international and with the authority that receives your result.
Frequently asked questions
Must I sit all four tests?
Not always. A candidate may sit from one to four tests. Read what the Québec file requires.
Is TCF Québec the same exam as TCF Canada?
No. TCF Canada serves Canadian federal immigration. TCF Québec serves Québec. The two exams differ in format.
Where do I find the level that Québec asks for?
Read the official Québec immigration pages. Programs and required levels change over time.
Can you help me prepare for the TCF Québec?
Yes. The Academy's courses train listening, reading, speaking and writing. Select the level that suits you.
Prepare for the TCF Québec
Start with the free level check, then join a small class. You may also join the exam waitlist. Canada Skills Academy is applying for approval from France Éducation international. We do not run the exam yet.