Diplôme d'Études en Langue Française / Diplôme Approfondi de Langue Française (DELF / DALF)
by France Éducation international (FEI)
Does not expire
Relocation Pathways
| Country | Purpose | Requirement | Visa / Pathway |
|---|---|---|---|
| France | Residency | DELF A2 | Carte de résident |
| France | Citizenship | DELF B1 | — |
| France | University | DELF B2 or DALF C1 | — |
| Belgium | University | DELF/DALF B2 | — |
| Switzerland | Residency | DELF/DALF B1 | C Permit (French cantons) |
| Switzerland | Citizenship | DELF/DALF B1 | — |
| Switzerland | University | DALF C1 | — |
| Canada | University | DELF B2+ | — |
Levels & Pricing (USD)
- DELF A1~$1351h 20m
- DELF A2~$1351h 40m
- DELF B1~$1751h 55m
- DELF B2~$2152h 30m
- DALF C1~$2354h
- DALF C2~$2453h 30m
Dates & Locations
Sessions in February, May, and November at Alliance Française centers worldwide.
Why Take DELF / DALF?
French Residency
DELF A2 is the minimum for the carte de résident in France. DELF/DALF B1 is required in French-speaking Swiss cantons.
French Citizenship
DELF B1 is required for French citizenship. Also accepted for Swiss citizenship in French-speaking cantons.
University in France
DELF B2 or DALF C1 is required for French universities. DALF C1 exempts you from any further language requirements.
Lifetime Certificate
DELF and DALF certificates never expire. Pass once and you have permanent proof of your French level.
Exam Structure
Listening Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
Written Production
Oral Production
Frequently Asked Questions
What DELF level do I need for French residency?
DELF A2 is the minimum for the carte de résident (10-year residency card). For the initial titre de séjour, requirements vary by visa type.
What's the difference between DELF and DALF?
DELF covers levels A1 to B2 (beginner to upper-intermediate). DALF covers C1 and C2 (advanced and mastery). They're separate diplomas from the same organization.
Is DELF accepted in Canada?
Canadian immigration uses TEF Canada or TCF Canada for points, not DELF. However, DELF/DALF is accepted by many Canadian universities for French-language programs.
