
e-TEF - Test d'Évaluation de Français
The e-TEF (Test d’évaluation de français) is a recognized international exam designed to assess your level of proficiency in French. Developed by the CCIP (Chambre de Commerce et d’Industrie de Paris), it is used for academic, professional, and immigration purposes.
Results of the exam are valid up to 2 years from the date that they are announced.
Why Take the e-TEF?
Immigration: Required by Canadian and Québec authorities (TEF Canada, TEFAQ) and for French residency or nationality applications (TEF IRN)
Studies: Proof of French proficiency for university applications
Work: Official certification of your language level for employers
Test Structure
The e-TEF is a computer-based test. It evaluates four core language skills:
Listening comprehension
Reading comprehension
Written expression
Oral expression
Different versions are available depending on your objectives:
TEF Canada (for Canadian immigration and citizenship)
TEFAQ (for Québec immigration)
TEF IRN (Intégration, Résidence, Nationalité): required for residency permits or French nationality applications
TEF for studies or professional purposes
Why Take the e-TEF at the Alliance Française de Chiang Mai?
Accredited testing center
Comfortable and professional testing environment
Flexible scheduling and guidance throughout the registration process
Prepare for Success: We also offer tailored preparation courses to help you familiarize yourself with the test format and boost your score.
Get Certified. Open New Doors.
For more information or to register for the e-TEF, contact us today @ infochiangmai@alliance-francaise.or.th
To discover and get familiar with the exam, please feel free to use the following free online resources offered by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Paris:
- CCI Paris Ile-de-France
- Training app “français 3.0” for Android and Ipad/Iphone
- Training tutorials for listening and speaking sections
For more information on the different versions available, please refer to the website of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Paris Ile-de-France.
Or check out the test versions below.
e-TEF - Exam Calendar


e-TEF - Exams Structure & Fees

Please refer to Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) for more information on immigration to Canada/Québec.
For more updates on immigration policies in Canada, please refer to the link below.
