TCF Québec vs TCF Canada: differences and shared practice
TCF Québec is modular, with one to four tests depending on your application; TCF Canada has four compulsory tests. Check the version required by the authority receiving your application. Source
Start practisingTwo versions, different applications
TCF Québec: choose the tests your Québec application requires. TCF Canada: four compulsory tests. For Express Entry, IRCC lists TCF Canada, not TCF Québec. FEI Québec · FEI Canada · IRCC
Practice you can share
Understanding French, asking questions and expressing an opinion help with both versions. Our TCF speaking and writing exercises offer shared language practice; our listening/reading sets remain labelled Canada and are not Québec mock tests.
FAQ
Does TCF Québec replace TCF Canada for Express Entry?
IRCC lists TCF Canada among the accepted Express Entry tests. Check the exact version before registering. Source
Do I need all four Québec tests?
TCF Québec is modular. Required tests and levels depend on the application; check with the receiving authority. Source
Can I use the Canada exercises?
Yes for language and shared speaking or writing practice; the site’s listening/reading mocks remain Canada-format.
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