DELF & DALF in Calgary

DELF & DALF

The DELF (Diplôme d'Etudes en Langue Française) and the DALF (Diplôme Approfondi de Langue Française) are official diplomas awarded by the French Ministry of Education to certify candidates' proficiency in French. They are the premier international certification for measuring French proficiency. These diplomas are recognized by many institutions and universities around the world and DELF-DALF exams centres are now present in more than 170 countries.

The DELF B2 level gives access to programs in French in most francophone universities in France. It is now widely integrated to French curriculum in secondary school in Alberta.

The DELF and DALF diplomas are independent of each other, so candidates register directly for the examination of their choice without taking the previous levels. At each level, four skills are evaluated: listening, speaking, reading and writing.

To see a detailed overview of the DELF/DALF examinations, sample exams and examples of students' work, you can visit the official website dedicated to the DELF/DALF examinations in Canada here.

Structure of the Exam

Level

Duration

Price

DELF A1

1h20 + oral exam: 15 min

$155*

DELF A2

1h40 + oral exam: 20 min

$155*

DELF B1

1h55 + oral exam: 25 min

$225*

DELF B2

2h30 + oral exam: 50 min

$245*

DALF C1

4h + oral exam: 90 min

$325*

DALF C2

3h30 + oral exam: 90 min

$325*

* Includes a $30 admin and registration fee for DELF levels A1, A2, B1, or $50 for DELF B2, DALF C1 and C2.
Please note that the prices will change in 2025, including administration fees, as follows: A1/A2 = $180, B1 = $265, B2 = $285, and C1/C2 = $380. 

 The Alliance Française regularly offers preparation classes for the DELF exams. Contact us for more information.

  If you are under 18, it is recommended to write the DELF junior examination. The junior version of DELF has the same basic structure as the standard DELF. Only the topics are different: the materials take into account the interests of young people. It can only be taken by children of secondary-level age. The diploma awarded is identical to the standard DELF diploma. Click here for more information. 

Next sessions

November 2024

DELF A1

Monday, November 25th 2024
10:00 a.m.

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DELF A2

Tuesday, November 26th 2024
10:00 a.m.

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DELF B1

Wednesday, November 27th 2024
10:00 a.m.

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DELF B2

Thursday, November 28th 10:00 a.m.

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DALF C1

Friday, November 29th 2024
10:00 a.m

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DALF C2

Monday, November 25th2024
12:00 p.m.

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Important Information


The DELF exams take place at Alliance Française of Calgary (AFC):  #350, 1721 29 Avenue SW, Calgary AB T2T 6T7.


If you have a disability or a condition that may require specific accommodations, please inform AFC before registration. All requests for accommodations must be accompanied by supporting documents (doctor's note to specify the nature of the situation and which arrangements must be made to ensure you take the exam in optimal conditions).


A non-refundable $75 fee will be charged in the event of rescheduling before the registration deadline. No refund or change of test date will be accepted if received after the registration deadline.
IMPORTANT: No refund is possible once you are registered for the exam. We advise candidates to register only if they are certain to write the test on the chosen date. 


An official certificate of results will be available from 8 to 12 weeks after the test. Your official diploma will be available for pick-up 6 months after the date of the exam. 


By registering and paying for the examination, you agree to our Terms & Conditions and you certify that you have read all the necessary documents.


An official invitation including the schedule will be sent by email to the candidate a few days before the exam. The schedule of the speaking examination will be given in the official invitation and will usually take place later in the day. Candidates must be available all day for the exam. 


Please arrive 15 minutes before the examination starts. You will not be granted access to the room after the examination starts. 


For further questions regarding DELF-DALF exams, please contact us at delf@afcalgary.ca.

Registration Process

Step 1 - Selection of the Appropriate Date and Exam

Before proceeding, please review all provided information to ensure the exam you select aligns with your objectives. The Alliance Française of Calgary and its team cannot be held responsible for your choice of exam. It's crucial to note that registrations will not be accepted past the deadline for your selected date.


Step 2 - Payment and confirmation

To finalize your registration, you need to pay the required fees on the page that follows after submitting the form. Alternatively, you can call us to arrange payment once you have submitted the form. Your registration will be processed only after we have received both the completed form and the payment, ideally on the same day and necessarily before the specified deadline.

Step 3 (optional) - Preparation for DELF B1 or B2 

For those aiming to take the DELF B1 or B2 exam, we recommend the Prepmyfuture platform for preparation. It offers comprehensive resources and practice materials for a fee of $75. This step is optional but could significantly enhance your readiness for the exam.


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