TEF Canada
TEF Canada preparation course
Know every section, practise under real timing, and get feedback on writing and speaking against the criteria examiners use.
Exam format
The four TEF Canada sections
| Section | What you do | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Compréhension orale | Listening: answer multiple-choice questions on recordings | about 40 min |
| Compréhension écrite | Reading: answer multiple-choice questions on texts | about 60 min |
| Expression écrite | Writing: two tasks, a short news-style text and an argued opinion | about 60 min |
| Expression orale | Speaking: two role-play tasks with an examiner | about 15 min |
Format summary for orientation. Check the test centre for current details.
How our TEF course works
- Diagnostic: we estimate your score in each section
- Strategy: question types, time management and common traps
- Writing: structures for both tasks, marked with corrections
- Speaking: role-play practice for information requests and persuasion
- Timed practice: full sections under test conditions
Score reporting for Express Entry
TEF Canada results show a score out of 699, plus an Équivalence ancien score column. For Express Entry, IRCC asks you to enter the scores from the Équivalence ancien score column. We explain how to read your result after the test.
Before you book
Are you ready for the test?
Most learners aiming for NCLC 7 should be working at a solid B2 level before booking. A level check tells you how close you are.
Book a level checkNot sure which class fits?
Book a free 20-minute level check over video. We place you on the CLB path, suggest a group or private plan, and give you a realistic timeline to your target score.