TCF Québec for France

TCF Québec for France: what's actually required

TCF Québec is a required language qualification for Citizenship pathways in France, based on a single verified rule sourced directly from Légifrance (Décret n° 2025-648 du 15 juillet 2025). This page reflects that one rule — not a general claim that TCF Québec is accepted everywhere in France. If your visa category, licensing body, or provincial/regional authority differs from what's described here, the real requirement may not match this page, and you should confirm directly with Légifrance (Décret n° 2025-648 du 15 juillet 2025) before relying on it. You can still choose TCF Québec, or any other exam, manually for your own application — a recommendation on ELAREH is never a restriction.

Status: REQUIRED

Minimum scores:

overall: CEFR B2

Source: Légifrance (Décret n° 2025-648 du 15 juillet 2025) · verified 2026-09-04

Even if TCF Québec isn't the statutory requirement for France, you may still choose it manually — a recommendation never becomes a restriction.

Frequently asked questions

Is TCF Québec required for France?

According to Légifrance (Décret n° 2025-648 du 15 juillet 2025), TCF Québec is a required qualification for Citizenship pathways in France. ELAREH always lets you choose a different exam manually — this is guidance, not a restriction.

What score do I need in TCF Québec for this pathway?

Overall: CEFR B2.

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