Choosing an exam

Your goal	Usually suitable exam
Certify your level permanently (CV, work)	DELF or DALF (valid for life)
Get into a French university	DELF B2 or DALF C1, or TCF DAP (depending on the institution)
Get a residence permit or French citizenship	TCF IRN, TEF IRN or a DELF at the required level
Immigrate to Canada	TEF Canada or TCF Canada
Immigrate to Quebec	TEFAQ, TEF Canada, TCF Québec, TCF Canada
Children, teenagers	DELF Prim, DELF Junior

Comparison

	DELF / DALF	TCF / TEF
Type	diploma	test
Result	pass or fail at a level	a level awarded
Validity	for life	usually 2 years
Main use	general certification, study	administrative procedures, immigration

⚠️ Administrative rules change: always check up-to-date official information (service-public.fr, France Éducation international, the Canadian and Quebec immigration authorities, the test providers) before registering.

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