TEF vs TCF Canada: Which One is Better for You?

If you are applying for Canadian Permanent Residency (Express Entry) or Citizenship, you need to prove your French proficiency. You have two choices: the TEF Canada (Test d’Évaluation de Français) or the TCF Canada (Test de Connaissance du Français).

The question we hear most often is: Which one is better? Is one easier than the other? Does one give more points?

In this depth guide, we will compare the two exams across five critical dimensions to help you make the right choice for your CRS score.

1. The Structure: Computer vs. Paper

The biggest difference often comes down to you take the test.