DELF / DALF

DELF tout public is intended for anyone over the age of 18 years old who wishes to certify their level.
To determine which test level to take, please consult with the institutions’ requirements. You may use our self assessment tool Ev@lang to determine what level you currently have in order to help you choose the right level test.

Please note

• In the case a candidate is not allowed to enter the exam room (for example a candidate without a valid piece of ID), fees will not be refunded and a new application will be required after 30 days.
• Payment must be made in full at the time of registration.
• No refund or credit will be granted under any circumstances, unless Alliance Française has to cancel a session of tests, in which case an alternative exam date will be offered, or a full refund will be granted.
• An official notification will be sent by email to the candidate before the test.
• DELF DALF is a national exam, examination dates are offered at specific times during the year and cannot be changed under any circumstances.
• A minimum of 50/100 is required to pass the exam. If passed, a candidate cannot take the same level unless they have officially waived their results. (This process can take up to 3 Months). In this case the diploma will be destroyed and grades erased.
• Your diploma will be sent approximately 4-5 months after the exam date by mail at the address you provided upon registration.

The DELF Junior is intended for secondary school students from age 13 to 17 years old who want to have their French language skills assessed and recognized by an internationally-recognized diploma. The DELF Junior exam follows the same structure as the DELF Tout public, only the topics are different and take into account the interests of young people.

Registration is on an individual basis. If you are you a school principal or French teacher and would you like to offer the DELF exam to your students? Contact us at exam@afhalifax.ca or by phone at 902-580-8284.

Please note

• In the case a candidate is not allowed to enter the exam room (for example a candidate without a valid piece of ID), fees will not be refunded and a new application will be required after 30 days.
• Payment must be made in full at the time of registration.
• No refund or credit will be granted under any circumstances, unless Alliance Française has to cancel a session of tests, in which case an alternative exam date will be offered, or a full refund will be granted.
• An official notification will be sent by email to the candidate approximately 7 days before the test.
• Your diploma will be sent approximately 4-5 months after the exam date by mail at the address you provided upon registration.

The DELF Prim is designed to children at the elementary level from the age of 7 to 12 years old. It is divided into 3 levels: A1.1, A1 and A2. The DELF Prim can be your child’s first French diploma and shows them that they can actually speak French and boost their confidence. This diploma is valid for life and recognized around the world.

The test includes themes from a child’s environment such as their family or their school or hobbies and will assess 4 components:

• Oral comprehension: understanding a simple instruction, description or numbers.
• Written comprehension: understanding a simple text such as a postcard or a short message.
• Writing: completing a simple message or story or talk about themselves.
• Speaking: 15 minute oral assessment where your child will be invited to talk about themselves, tell a story based on an image or take part in a role play dialogue.

If you are unsure about which test level to take, do not hesitate to contact us at 902 580 8284.

Please note

• In the case a candidate is not allowed to enter the exam room (for example a candidate without a valid piece of ID), fees will not be refunded and a new application will be required after 30 days.
• Payment must be made in full at the time of registration.
• No refund or credit will be granted under any circumstances, unless Alliance Française has to cancel a session of tests, in which case an alternative exam date will be offered, or a full refund will be granted.
• An official notification will be sent by email to the candidate approximately 7 days before the test.
• Your diploma will be sent approximately 4-5 months after the exam date by mail at the address you provided upon registration.