DELF (Diplôme d’Études en Langue Française)

  • The DELF is an official, lifelong certification of French language proficiency for non-native speakers, issued by the French Ministry of Education. It covers beginner to intermediate levels (A1 to B2) based on the CEFR framework, assessing listening, speaking, reading, and writing. 

  • A1, A2, B1, B2 — you choose one level to take.

  • Learners who want a permanent certificate of their level (e.g., for CVs, job applications, university admissions).

  • Four sections: Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking (all mandatory).

  • A1/A2: ~1.5–2 hours; B1/B2 longer (varies by level).

  • Each section is up to 25 points, total of 100. Need 5/25 each and ≥ 50/100 overall to pass.

  • Lifetime — once you pass, your diploma doesn’t expire.

  • Globally recognized; widely accepted by universities and employers.

  • Increases with level; B2 is considered upper-intermediate.