¿Cuál es la diferencia entre TCF y DELF?

El TCF es una prueba estandarizada que evalúa el nivel mediante una puntuación (100–699) sin nivel fijo. El DELF es una certificación por niveles (A1, A2, B1, B2) que se aprueba o suspende. Para inmigración o universidades en Québec y Francia, se exige habitualmente el TCF. Para escuelas y carreras generales, el DELF es más común.

¿Qué es el TCF ANF y el TCF DAP?

El TCF ANF (Accès à la Nationalité Française) es para solicitar la nacionalidad francesa. El TCF DAP (Demande d'Admission Préalable) es para inscripción universitaria en Francia. Ambos incluyen módulos obligatorios de expresión oral y escrita además de las pruebas compulsory de comprensión.

¿Cuánto tiempo son válidos los resultados del TCF?

Los resultados del TCF son válidos durante 2 años a partir de la fecha del examen para la mayoría de usos institucionales. Para la nacionalidad francesa (TCF ANF), la validez puede ser diferente según la prefectura.

¿Cuántas veces se puede repetir el TCF?

Puedes presentarte al TCF tantas veces como lo desees, sin límite de intentos. Sin embargo, debes esperar al menos 30 días entre convocatorias. DELFOnline te ayuda a mejorar significativamente en cada intento con simulacros completos y análisis personalizado.

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What is the TCF?

The Test de Connaissance du Français (TCF) is the official exam from the Centre international d'études pédagogiques (CIEP) that measures your level of French with a score from 100 to 699 points, equivalent to CEFR levels A1 to C2.

Unlike the DELF/DALF, the TCF has no pass or fail: you get a score that corresponds to a level. It is widely accepted for immigration to France, Quebec, Belgium and Switzerland, as well as for French-speaking university admissions.

TCF tout public

TCF ANF (nationality)

TCF DAP (universities)

The 5 TCF modules

3 mandatory modules + 2 optional expression modules depending on the exam version.

COListening comprehension

Compréhension de l'oral

29 questions, 25 minutes. Listen to authentic recordings and answer multiple-choice questions.

NewsDialoguesLecturesDocumentaries

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CEReading comprehension

Compréhension des écrits

29 questions, 45 minutes. Read varied texts and demonstrate your comprehension.

ArticlesCorrespondenceOfficial documentsAdvertising

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MSLLanguage structures

Maîtrise des structures

20 questions, 15 minutes. Master the grammatical structures of French.

GrammarConjugationVocabularySyntax

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EEWritten expression

Expression écrite

3 tasks, 60 minutes. Produce varied written texts with coherence and accuracy.

Informal letterForum postReportArgumentation

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EOOral expression

Expression orale

3 exercises, 12 minutes. Interact, present and argue in spoken French.

Personal introductionDialogueMonologueDebate

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TCF scoring scale

From 100 to 699 points, equivalent to CEFR levels A1–C2.

100–199

Introductory

200–299

Elementary

300–399

Threshold

400–499

Advanced

500–599

Autonomous

600–699

Mastery

Why prepare for the TCF with DELFOnline?

Result-oriented

Mock exams with the exact structure of the official TCF. Timed, with automatic marking and equivalent scoring.

Explanations in Spanish

All corrections and strategies are in Spanish. You understand why you got it wrong, not just which answer was correct.

Personalised AI coach

Analysis of your weak points by module. The AI coach adapts your study plan to your target score.

Frequently asked questions about the TCF

What is the difference between the TCF and the DELF?

The TCF is a standardised test that assesses your level with a score (100–699) without a fixed level. The DELF is a certification by levels (A1, A2, B1, B2) that you pass or fail. For immigration or universities in Quebec and France, the TCF is usually required. For schools and general degree programmes, the DELF is more common.

What are the TCF ANF and the TCF DAP?

The TCF ANF (Accès à la Nationalité Française) is for applying for French nationality. The TCF DAP (Demande d'Admission Préalable) is for university enrolment in France. Both include mandatory oral and written expression modules in addition to the compulsory comprehension tests.

How long are TCF results valid?

TCF results are valid for 2 years from the exam date for most institutional purposes. For French nationality (TCF ANF), the validity period may differ depending on the prefecture.

How many times can you retake the TCF?

You can sit the TCF as many times as you like, with no limit on attempts. However, you must wait at least 30 days between sittings. DELFOnline helps you improve significantly on each attempt with full mock exams and personalised analysis.

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