Where can I take a third-party language test for my immigration application?
Inside Canada:
- The Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (General test) can be taken through Paragon Testing Enterprises Inc.
- The International English Language Testing System (General test) can be taken through Cambridge Assessment English, IDP Australia and The British Council
- The Test d’évaluation de français (TEF Canada) can be taken through The Paris Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
- The Test de connaissance du français (TCF Canada) (in French only) can be taken through France Education International (FEI).
Outside Canada:
- The Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (General test) can be taken through Paragon Testing Enterprises Inc.
- The International English Language Testing System (General test) can be taken through Cambridge Assessment English, IDP Australia and The British Council.
- The Test d’évaluation de français (TEF Canada) can be taken through The Paris Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
- The Test de connaissance du français (TCF Canada) (in French only) can be taken through le France Education International (FEI).
Check the website of each approved language testing agency for test locations and dates.
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