What level of French is required for Canada Pr?

The level of French required for Canadian Permanent Residency (PR) depends on the immigration program or pathway you are applying for. Here's an overview:

1. Express Entry System

• Language Test: TEF Canada or TCF Canada is required for French language proficiency.
• Minimum Level:
  • Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) Level 7 or higher in all four abilities (reading, writing, speaking, listening) is generally preferred to earn competitive points in the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS).
  • Higher levels, such as CLB 9 or above, significantly increase your CRS score.

2. Francophone Immigration Programs

• Programs like the French-Speaking Skilled Worker Stream (under the Provincial Nominee Programs - PNP):
  • Applicants should demonstrate intermediate to advanced proficiency in French, typically CLB 7 or higher.
  • French-speaking applicants often benefit from relaxed requirements and additional points.

3. Federal Programs with French as a Factor

• Express Entry Bonus Points:
  • Additional CRS Points:
    • CLB 7 in French and CLB 4 in English: 25 points.
    • CLB 7 in French and CLB 5 or higher in English: 50 points.
  • These points make French an advantageous skill for applicants.

4. Quebec Immigration Programs

• Quebec's programs like the Quebec Skilled Worker Program (QSWP) and PEQ (Quebec Experience Program) require:
  • A higher level of French proficiency, typically B2 level (intermediate advanced) or higher in speaking and listening, as assessed by TEF or TCF.

Language Tests Accepted

• TEF Canada (Test d'évaluation de français)
• TCF Canada (Test de connaissance du français)

Recommendation

• Aim for CLB 7 or higher in French to maximize your chances and improve your CRS score.
• If applying for Quebec, achieving at least a B2 level is often necessary.

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