What is the TEF IRN exam?
The TEF IRN (Test d'Évaluation de Français - Intégration, Résidence et Nationalité) is a French language test for immigration, residence and nationality applications. The Paris Chamber of Commerce and Industry develops it.
TEF IRN Practice Test | French Naturalisation Exam by CCI Paris
Review the published TEF IRN format and rehearse a supported oral-expression task with AI. Feedback, when available, applies only to that activity; it does not assess CEFR ability or reproduce the whole exam.
What examiners look for in TEF IRN
TEF IRN evaluates four skills for integration and nationality: listening, reading, writing and speaking. In the oral tasks, performance is evaluated for communication in everyday situations. Since 1 January 2026, the language requirement for a naturalisation application is B2; other residence routes use different levels.
Our AI rehearses a supported TEF IRN speaking task from the current exam registry, with task-scoped feedback when available on areas such as extending answers, linking ideas and repairing tense errors.
About the TEF IRN Exam
Exam Overview
- •Specifically designed for immigration, residency, and citizenship
- •Created by the Paris Chamber of Commerce (CCI Paris)
- •Tests all four language skills: listening, reading, writing, speaking
- •Evaluates CEFR A1 to B2; naturalisation currently requires B2
- •Valid for 2 years from the test date
Exam Components
- •Listening (20 minutes): 20 multiple-choice questions on audio recordings
- •Reading (30 minutes): 20 multiple-choice questions on various texts
- •Writing (30 minutes): 2 sections
- •Speaking (10 minutes): 2 sections based on everyday situations
Our TEF IRN Preparation Tools
TEF IRN Oral Examiner
Practise one supported TEF IRN oral-expression task. This is not the official two-section oral test.
- ✓Provides a supported TEF IRN oral-expression task; it does not reproduce both sections or the complete exam
- ✓Provides realistic citizenship-focused scenarios
- ✓Offers task-scoped preparation feedback when available
- ✓Lets you repeat the supported speaking task
TEF IRN vs. Other French Tests
| Feature | TEF IRN | TCF IRN | DELF B1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Issuing Organization | CCI Paris | France Éducation International | French Ministry of Education |
| Validity Period | 2 years | 2 years | Lifetime |
| Test Duration | 1 hour 30 minutes | 1 hour 35 minutes | Check the official provider |
| Oral Format | 2 sections, 10 minutes | 3 exercises, 10 minutes | Check the official provider |
| Published Level Range | CEFR A1 to B2 | CEFR A1 to B2 | B1 diploma |
Current format and product boundary
TEF IRN preparation answers
What are the components of the TEF IRN exam?
The current TEF IRN has four mandatory components: reading comprehension (20 questions, 30 minutes), listening comprehension (20 questions, 20 minutes), written expression (2 sections, 30 minutes), and spoken expression (2 sections, 10 minutes). It evaluates CEFR levels A1 to B2. Check the current official requirements for your application.
How does the TEF IRN oral exam work?
The current oral-expression section lasts 10 minutes and contains two five-minute sections: asking for information and helping someone make a decision. LearnLingo.ai provides one supported oral-expression practice task, not the complete two-section oral test.
How can I prepare for the TEF IRN exam?
Use current official samples for the complete format and practise all four language skills. LearnLingo.ai currently provides one supported oral-expression practice task with task-scoped preparation feedback when available.
How long is the TEF IRN certification valid?
The TEF IRN certificate is valid for 2 years from the test date. Confirm that the certificate and achieved level meet the current requirements when you submit your application.
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