TEF Integration, Residence & Nationality
Recognised by the French Interior Ministry — to validate your A1 level (OFII), certify A2 (residence card) or B1 (long-stay card / nationality / private security).
TEF Integration, Residence & Nationality
Recognised by the French Interior Ministry, TEF IRN is for any foreign person over 16 wishing to:
- Validate their A1 level as part of the civic integration pathway (OFII)
- Certify A2 level for a multi-year residence card application (CSP)
- Certify B1 level for a long-term resident card application
- Certify B1 level for a French nationality application
- Certify B1 level to work in the private security sector
The 4 mandatory TEF IRN tests
⚠️ Important! All tests must be taken on the same day for your certificate to be recognised by the relevant authorities.
Reading Comprehension
Listening Comprehension
Written Expression — On computer
Oral Expression — Face to face
Register for TEF IRN
To register, contact ABC Formation directly:
Price: €170.00 — View all TEF prices →
How to prepare for TEF IRN
Preparation + Test with ABC Formation
Complete package at €200 — intensive preparation with our trainers + exam at our centre.
Register — €200Official test examples
Videos & Official Facebook Group
Taking the test — On the day
On the exam day, arrive at our centre at the time stated on your admission form. The invigilator checks your ID and asks you to confirm your personal details (surname, first name, date of birth, email) — make sure they are correct as they will appear on your certificate.
Rules to remember:
The RC, LC and WE tests are computer-based. The invigilator provides your access code for the CCI platform. The OE test is face to face with the examiner.
Special arrangements (disability / digital illiteracy)
Submit a medical certificate before registering. For long-stay card applicants: use the prefecture medical certificate (decree 10/02/2021). For naturalisation: use the model from decree NOR: INTV2009412A of 17/07/2020. View official supporting documents →
Certificate & Results
Your results will be sent within 2–4 weeks from the date the session materials are received. Certificates are digital — you will receive an email with a link to your secure digital vault. The certificate is kept for 10 years by the CCI.
TEF IRN assesses up to B2 level. Your certificate shows your score and level for each test (from A1 to B2).
Score / CEFR level correspondence table:
Registration & cancellation conditions:
- Must be over 16 years old — no degree required
- Registration is final and binding — fees are non-refundable
- Justified absence (illness, bereavement…): re-registration at no charge on proof
- Unjustified absence: no refund