The DELF (Diplôme d'Études en Langue Française) is
an official, internationally recognized diploma awarded by the French Ministry of Education to certify French language proficiency for non-native speakers, valid for life and aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) levels (A1, A2, B1, B2).
It tests four skills—listening, reading, writing, and speaking—providing a valuable qualification for academic, professional, or personal goals, with the DALF (Diplôme Approfondi de Langue Française) covering advanced C1 and C2 levels. 

More info below for DELF/DALF exams preparation, workshops, prices and levels.
Key Aspects of DELF
  • Awarded by: French Ministry of Education.
  • Purpose: To certify your French language skills for non-native speakers.
  • Validity: Lifelong.
  • CEFR Levels: Covers beginner to upper-intermediate levels (A1, A2, B1, B2).
  • Skills Tested: Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking (Production Orale, Compréhension Écrite, etc.). ​ \

Benefits
  • Academic: Can help with entry into French universities.
  • Professional: Enhances your CV for jobs in French-speaking environments.
  • Personal: Boosts confidence and validates your language learning journey. ​
How it Works
  • Levels: You take the exam for a specific level (e.g., DELF A1, DELF B2).
  • Structure: Each level assesses four core language competencies.
  • Passing: Generally requires a total score of 50/100, with a minimum of 5/25 in each skill section. ​

DELF vs. DALF
  • DELF (A1-B2): For basic to independent users.
  • DALF (C1-C2): For proficient users (advanced levels). ​

EXAMINATION DATES AND PRICES NELSON 2026:

Delf Junior 
9 May 2026
A1, A2, B1, B2
7 November 2026
A1, A2, B1, B2
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Delf Scolaire
22 August 2026
A1, A2, B1, B2
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​Delf Tout Public
17 October 2026
A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2
Delf Prim
7 November 2026
 A1.1, A1, A2
The dates given will be for  for the written tests.
Please note that the examination fees must be paid for by the final registration date to be validated.
LEVEL
DELF TOUT PUBLIC
DELF PRIM
DELF SCOLAIRE
DELF JUNIOR
DALF
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$75
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$200
A1-A2
$120
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$85
$115
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B1 - B2
$140
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C1 - C2
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$95
$135
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You can also  check the France Education International   website
​ to learn more about the exam and   see some sample exam papers
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