The ''Test d'évaluation du français'' (TEF) is a test of fluency in
French
French (french: français(e), link=no) may refer to:
* Something of, from, or related to France
** French language, which originated in France, and its various dialects and accents
** French people, a nation and ethnic group identified with Franc ...
for non-native speakers. It is awarded by the
CCIP. It is often required to be admitted into
universities
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and is recognized by the
Federal government of Canada
The government of Canada (french: gouvernement du Canada) is the body responsible for the federal administration of Canada. A constitutional monarchy, the Crown is the corporation sole, assuming distinct roles: the executive, as the ''Crown-in-C ...
as a proof of fluency in
immigration
Immigration is the international movement of people to a destination country of which they are not natives or where they do not possess citizenship in order to settle as permanent residents or naturalized citizens. Commuters, tourists, and ...
procedures.
The test is made up of three mandatory and two optional sections. The reading, listening, grammar and vocabulary sections are mandatory and must be taken together, while the writing and speaking sections are optional and can be taken separately.
NB. The Federal Government of Canada requires both mandatory and optional section for immigration purposes.
External links
CCIP
French language tests
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