Assess and certify your French language proficiency with the diplôme d’études en langue française (“Certificate of French Language Studies”), or “DELF” (beginner and intermediate French proficiency), and the diplôme approfondi de langue française (Advanced Certificate of French Language Proficiency), or “DALF” (advanced French proficiency).
The DELF and DALF are 6 separate diplomas that are valid for life and issued by the French Ministry for National Education to certify the language proficiency of people whose mother tongue is not French. They are designed by France Education International (FEI) and are aligned with the 6 levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
| CEFR Level | DELF/DALF Exam | Level of Proficiency |
|---|---|---|
| C2 | DALF C2 | Advanced |
| C1 | DALF C1 | Advanced |
| B2 | DELF B2 | Intermediate |
| B1 | DELF B1 | Intermediate |
| A2 | DELF A2 | Beginner |
| A1 | DELF A1 | Beginner |
The DELF and DALF exams assess the 4 language competencies :
Reading
Writing
Speaking
Listening comprehension
Why take a DELF/DALF exam?
The DELF and DALF diplomas are internationally recognized, and their respective exams have been approved by a team of psychometricians who are experts in assessment. The exams are frequently used around the world by government agencies, employers, and educational institutions, and a DELF/DALF diploma is an asset to a résumé.
In Canada, the DELF and DALF are also becoming increasingly well-known and recognized by government agencies, employers, and educational institutions.
Moreover, the DELF-DALF is administered on paper, which represents a real advantage for candidates who are less comfortable with digital tools. This format allows them to fully focus on the content of the exam without being hindered by their computer skills. Writing by hand, easily making annotations, and managing time more naturally all help reduce stress and provide better conditions for success.
Please note that it is essential to keep the entire day available to take the test.
Overview of each exam
To better understand the expectations for each level and to explore the different components of each exam, click below on the level that corresponds to you :
If you wish to register for our upcoming DELF-DALF diploma sessions, please check the available dates and levels.
