French Immigration to Canada
Discover how your French language skills can help you immigrate to Canada through Express Entry and other programs.
Immigration Advantage
French speakers can earn up to 50 additional points in Express Entry, giving you a significant advantage in the immigration process.
Express Entry for French Speakers
Express Entry for French-speaking Skilled Workers
Immigrate to Canada as a French-speaking skilled worker and play an important part in Canada's economy
How Express Entry Works
Create Profile
Create an online profile in the Express Entry pool
You must be eligible for one of the immigration programs in Express Entry to get into the pool
Earn Points
Earn points based on your skills and experience
Points are awarded for factors like age, education, work experience, and language proficiency
Get Invited
Receive an invitation to apply for permanent residence
You need to have one of the highest-ranking scores to get an invitation
Apply
Submit your permanent residence application
You have 60 days to submit your application after receiving an invitation
French Language Benefits
French Language Benefits
You can earn up to 50 additional points for strong French language skills
NCLC level 7+ in French + CLB 4 or lower in English
25 additional points if you scored CLB 4 or lower in English
NCLC level 7+ in French + CLB 5+ in English
50 additional points if you scored CLB 5 or higher on all four English skills
Note: Even if French is your second language, you can still earn these points
Eligible Immigration Programs
Federal Skilled Worker Program
For skilled workers with foreign work experience
Requirements:
- At least one year of continuous full-time work experience
- Language test results
- Education credentials assessment
- Proof of funds
Federal Skilled Trades Program
For skilled workers in specific trades
Requirements:
- At least two years of full-time work experience in a skilled trade
- Language test results
- Job offer or certificate of qualification
Canadian Experience Class
For skilled workers with Canadian work experience
Requirements:
- At least one year of skilled work experience in Canada
- Language test results
- Work experience must be gained legally
TEF Canada Test Information
TEF Canada (Test d'Évaluation de Français pour le Canada)
Assesses French proficiency for immigration purposes
Recognition
Recognized by IRCC as official proof for permanent residency and Canadian citizenship applications
Requirements
No diploma is required to take the exam
Test Modules
Tests your ability to understand written French texts
Tests your ability to understand spoken French
Tests your ability to write in French
Tests your ability to speak French
Francophone Communities Outside Quebec
Francophone Communities Outside Quebec
Fourteen communities outside Quebec are going above and beyond to welcome and support French-speaking newcomers
Featured Communities
Toronto, Ontario
Over 100,000 French speakers
Vancouver, British Columbia
Growing French-speaking community
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Strong Francophone presence
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Historic French community
Test Preparation
Study Tips
- Practice all four language skills regularly
- Take practice tests to familiarize yourself with the format
- Focus on your weakest areas
- Use authentic French materials
- Practice speaking with native speakers
- Review grammar and vocabulary systematically
Resources
- Official TEF Canada preparation materials
- French language courses
- Online practice tests
- Language exchange programs
- French media (news, movies, books)
- Immigration consultants
Post-Immigration Information
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
The CRA (Canada Revenue Agency) is the federal agency responsible for administering tax laws and social and economic benefit programs for the Government of Canada.
- File your annual tax returns
- Apply for benefits like GST/HST credit
- Register for a Social Insurance Number (SIN)
- Access My Account for online services
Settlement Services
Various services are available to help newcomers settle in Canada successfully.
- Language training programs
- Employment assistance
- Housing and community connections
- Healthcare system orientation
Immigration Tools
CLB Score Calculator
Calculate your Canadian Language Benchmark scores
Express Entry Calculator
Calculate your Express Entry points for immigration
Test Preparation
Study tips and resources for French language tests