TEF INTEGRATION, RESIDENCE AND NATIONALITY

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Recognized by the French Ministry of the Interior, the TEF Integration, Residence and Nationality is intended for any foreign person over 16 years of age wishing to:

  • enhance your level of French as part of the OFII citizenship course (level A1);
  • certify your level of French for an application for a long-term resident card (level A2);
  • certify your level of French for an application for French nationality (level B1).
  • certify your level of French to work in the private security sector (level B1).

What are the 4 compulsory tests of the TEF IRN?

Written comprehension +
Objective : Measure your ability to read and understand written documents.
Content : 20 questions
Duration : 30 min
Format: Multiple Choice Questions
Scale: Correct answer = 1 point, Wrong = 0 points
Oral comprehension +
Objective : Measure your ability to understand spoken French by listening to audio documents.
Content : 20 questions
Duration : 20 min
Format: Multiple Choice Questions
Scale: Correct answer = 1 point, Wrong = 0 points
Written expression +
Objective : Measure your ability to express yourself in French in writing.
Content : 2 sections
Duration : 30 min
Format: The test consists of two sections, A and B. Section A – 10 minutes (40 words minimum expected) Write a message to check on someone's health Section B – 20 minutes (100 words minimum expected) Explain your motivations to convince others
Oral expression +
Objective : Measure your ability to communicate orally with an interlocutor.
Content : 2 section
Duration : 10 min au total
Format: The test consists of two sections, A and B. Section A – 5 minutes Calling for information Section B – 5 minutes Helping a friend make a decision
Please note! All tests must be taken on the same day for your certificate to be recognized by the relevant authorities.

Register

To register, contact ABC Formation, you can contact us via this link:

Prepare

several resources are at your disposal

A training tutorial allows you to practice directly on the exam taking platform.

• For the written and oral expression tests, examples of subjects are available in PDF format:

Finally, you will find course sheets, exercises and practice exams on the PrepmyTEF online preparation platform.

Take the test

On the day of the exam, show up at your test center at the time specified on your invitation.

The invigilator will check your ID and your appointment notice. They will have you validate your personal information (first and last name, date of birth, and email address) and sign on a tablet.

This information will appear on your results certificate. Make sure it is accurate, or request an update at that time.

The invigilator will then tell you where to sit to start the test.

To remember:

  • – Turn off your cell phone and any other electronic devices.
  • – You cannot use a dictionary or any reference material.
  • – No personal effects must be left in sight or on the table during the tests, with the exception of your identity document.
  • – You must not communicate with other candidates.
  • → During the oral comprehension and expression tests, no support (rough paper, notes, documents) is permitted.
  • – No latecomers are allowed into the room once the test has started.
  • – No outings are authorized for the duration of the written tests

Computer tests

The written comprehension, oral comprehension and written expression tests are carried out on a computer.

The invigilator will provide you with an access code to connect to the online test platform.

Once logged in, follow the instructions for each test.

Written comprehension +
Objective : Measure your ability to read and understand written documents.
Content : 20 questions

The test consists of two parts.

The first consists of 10 questions of varying difficulty, spread across 12 screens (some screens provide instructions, others are transitions). It lasts 15 minutes and allows for an initial assessment of your level.

The first consists of 10 questions of varying difficulty, spread across 12 screens (some screens provide instructions, others are transitions). It lasts 15 minutes and allows for an initial assessment of your level.

Duration : 30 min
Format: Multiple Choice Questions

For each question, there are four answers to choose from, but only one answer is correct. You can navigate freely within each section.

Scale: Correct answer = 1 point, Wrong = 0 points
Oral comprehension +
Objective : Measure your ability to understand spoken French by listening to audio documents.
Content : 20 questions

The test consists of two parts.

The first consists of 10 questions of varying difficulty, spread across 12 screens (some screens provide instructions, others are transitions). It lasts 15 minutes and allows for an initial assessment of your level.

The first consists of 10 questions of varying difficulty, spread across 12 screens (some screens provide instructions, others are transitions). It lasts 15 minutes and allows for an initial assessment of your level.

Duration : 20 min
Format: Multiple Choice Questions

For each question, there are four answers to choose from, but only one answer is correct. You can navigate freely within each section.

Each audio is played only once. You have a few seconds to read the questions before the audio automatically starts, and then a response time after the audio.

Scale: Correct answer = 1 point, Wrong = 0 points
Written expression +
Objective : Measure your ability to express yourself in French in writing.
Content : 2 sections
Duration : 30 min
Format: The test consists of two sections, A and B. Section A – 10 minutes (40 words minimum expected) Write a message to check on someone's health Section B – 20 minutes (100 words minimum expected) Explain your motivations to convince others
Special characters: If your computer keyboard does not have the special characters (é, è, ê, ç, à, …), they will also be available on

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The oral expression test

The oral expression test takes place face to face with an examiner.

Oral expression +
Objective : Measure your ability to communicate orally with an interlocutor.
Content : 2 sections
Duration : 10 min au total
Format: L’épreuve comporte deux sections, A et B.
Section A – Téléphoner pour obtenir des informations (5 minutes)
Section B – Aider un(e) ami(e) à prendre une décision (5 minutes)

Pour information, cette épreuve est systématiquement enregistrée pour permettre une double évaluation.

Certificate

How do I get my results?

Your results will be sent to the testing center within approximately 2 to 4 weeks from the date of receipt of the session materials.

The results certificates are dematerialized. You will receive an email with a link allowing you to access your digital safe and obtain your certificate of results online.

The TEF IRN assesses up to level B2 du Cadre européen commun de référence pour les langues du Conseil de l’Europe.

Level A1 not reached Level A1 Level A2 Level B1 Level B2
0 to 99 points 100 to 199 points 200 to 299 points 300 points and more / per event 400 points and more

See an example of certificate

Results

Your certificate tells you your score for each test on a scale from 0 to 349.

It also specifies your language level per test, on the scale from A1 to B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) scale.

Finally, it indicates the overall level reached, from level A1 to level B1.