Which French Exam Should I Take in Hong Kong? 2026 Complete Guide & Dates
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π₯ Quick FAQ – Find Your Perfect Exam in 30 Seconds
π Register: DELF Junior
π Prep: Teen Courses
π Official: IB Organization
π Prep: IB French Courses
π Info: HKEAA | DELF Junior
π Prep: HKDSE Prep Courses
π Register: TCF Canada Registration
π Prep: TCF Prep Courses
π Register: DELF/DALF Registration
π Prep: All DELF Courses
π Book: TCF Registration
π Prep: TCF Courses
π Register: HKEAA | Cambridge International
π Prep: IGCSE/A-Level Courses
π Register: College Board
π Prep: AP French Courses
π Check: Scroll to 2026 Calendar section below
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π 2026 French Exam Calendar – All Dates & Deadlines
β° Time: Written 9:00am-11:45am | Oral 12:30pm-4:00pm
π Registration: November 17 – December 17, 2025
π° Fee: HK$3,500
π Location: Hong Kong Scout Centre
π Register: Alliance FranΓ§aise HK
π Prep Courses: Adults | All Levels
β° Time: Written 9:00am-11:45am | Oral 12:15pm-3:00pm
π Registration: December 6, 2025 – January 6, 2026
π° Fee: HK$1,800 (compulsory) + HK$900 optional tests
π Location: Alliance FranΓ§aise Jordan Centre & Hong Kong Scout Centre
π Results: 4 weeks | Valid for 2 years
π Register: Alliance FranΓ§aise HK
π A1: March 3-4 | Written: March 3, 09:00-10:20 | HK$1,500
π A2: March 4-5 | Written: March 4, 09:00-10:40 | HK$1,700
π B1: March 5-6 | Written: March 5, 09:00-10:55 | HK$2,100
π Registration deadline: January 2 – February 2, 2026
π Validity: Lifetime diploma | Results in 10 weeks
π Location: Alliance FranΓ§aise Hong Kong
π Register: DELF Registration
π Prep: Teens | Adults
π B2: April 20-21 | Written: April 21, 09:00-11:30 | HK$2,300
π C1: April 22-23 | Written: April 23, 09:00-13:00 | HK$3,100
π C2: April 27-29 | Written: April 27, 09:00-12:30 | HK$3,300
π Registration deadline: February 13 – March 18, 2026
π Validity: Lifetime diploma | Results in 10 weeks
π Register: DALF Registration
π Courses: Language A, Language B, ab initio
π₯ Age: 16-18 years (IB Diploma students)
π Registration: Via IB schools
π Official: IB Organization
π Prep: IB French Prep
π French SL Paper 1 & 2, French HL Paper 2
π Target Levels: B1-C1 depending on course
π Cambridge 0520: Paper 1 (Listening) & Paper 3 (Reading)
π Edexcel 4FR0: Papers 1-4
π― Target Level: A2-B1 (CEFR)
π Teen Prep: IGCSE Courses
π AP French: Early May 2026
π― Levels: A-Level B2-C1 | AP B1-B2
π A-Level: Cambridge | HKEAA
π AP: College Board
π Registration: April 1 – May 1, 2026
π° Fee: HK$3,500
π Location: Hong Kong Scout Centre
π¨π¦ Ideal for Canada immigration applications
π Registration: July 8 – August 8, 2026
π° Fee: HK$1,800+
π Perfect timing for university applications
π For November 2026 session
π All levels available: A1-C2
π Registration: August 20 – September 20, 2026
π° Fee: HK$3,500
π¨π¦ Final chance for 2026 Canada applications
π A1: November 3-4 | HK$1,500
π A2: November 3-4 (Junior) / November 4-5 (All Public) | HK$1,700
π B1: November 4-5 | HK$2,100
π B2: November 9-10 | HK$2,300
π C1: November 11-13 | HK$3,100
π C2: November 16-18 | HK$3,300
π Registration deadline: September 2 – October 3, 2026
π Perfect for HKDSE 2027 candidates
π Prep: Kids | Teens | Adults
π Registration: September 24 – October 24, 2026
π° Fee: HK$1,800+
π Last chance for 2026 certification
β οΈ Must complete by November 2026 (taken 2 years before HKDSE)
π― Accepted levels: A2, B1, B2
π Start preparation for 2027 sessions
π Info: DELF Junior
π French Exams Explained – Quick Overview
DELF & DALF π
Lifetime diploma issued by French Ministry of Education. DELF: A1-B2 levels. DALF: C1-C2 levels. DELF Junior for ages 11-17. Results in 10 weeks, diplomas in 4 months. Valid for life.
π Register: DELF/DALF |
DELF Junior
π Prep: All DELF Courses
TCF π
Certificate valid for 2 years. TCF Tout Public: HK$1,800 + optional tests. TCF Canada: HK$3,500 for immigration. Multi-level assessment in one test. Results in 4 weeks. 7 sessions in 2026.
π Register: TCF Registration
π Prep: TCF Courses
IGCSE French π
Cambridge 0520 & Edexcel 4FR0. For ages 14-16 in secondary school. Speaking tests: March-April 2026. Written exams: May 18-22, 2026. Target level: A2-B1 (CEFR).
π Register: HKEAA |
Cambridge |
Edexcel
π Prep: Teen Courses
IB French π
Language A (native/near-native), Language B (learners), ab initio (beginners). Exams: April 24 – May 20, 2026. For IB Diploma students (ages 16-18). Levels: B1-C1 depending on course.
π Official: IB Organization
π Prep: IB French Prep
HKDSE French π
Requires DELF Junior A2 or above taken in 2024 or 2025 for 2026 HKDSE. B1-B2 levels also accepted. Must be taken 2 years before HKDSE year.
π Info: HKEAA | DELF Junior
A-Level & AP French π
A-Level: Cambridge International AS & A Level. May/June 2026 series. AP French: Advanced Placement for US college credit. Exam: Early May 2026.
π A-Level: Cambridge | AP: College Board
TEF π
Similar to TCF, 2-year validity. Not currently offered at Alliance Française HK. Alternative: TCF Canada for immigration.
π Official: Le FranΓ§ais des Affaires
β‘ Quick Exam Comparison
| Exam | Type | Validity | Levels | Cost (HKD) | 2026 Sessions | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DELF/DALF | Lifetime Diploma | Forever | A1-C2 (6 levels) | 1,500-3,300 | Mar, Apr, Nov | Permanent certification |
| TCF Canada | Certificate | 2 years | A1-C2 (multi-level) | 3,500 | Jan 20, Jun 2, Oct 20 | Canada immigration |
| TCF Tout Public | Certificate | 2 years | A1-C2 (multi-level) | 1,800+ | Feb 6, Sep 8, Nov 24 | Quick certification |
| IGCSE | School Qualification | Permanent | A2-B1 | Via school | May-Jun | Ages 14-16 |
| IB French | School Qualification | Permanent | B1-C1 | Included in IB | Apr 24-May 20 | IB students 16-18 |
| HKDSE | Requires DELF | Permanent | A2+ | See DELF | Via DELF Junior | HK local students |
| A-Level | School Qualification | Permanent | B2-C1 | Via school/HKEAA | May-Jun | UK universities |
| AP French | College Credit | Permanent | B1-B2 | Via College Board | Early May | US college credit |
π How to Register & Prepare
Registration Steps
- Choose your exam based on purpose (see FAQ above)
- Check registration deadline (1-2 months before exam)
- Register online or at exam center
- Pay non-refundable exam fee
- Receive admission notice 2 weeks before
- Prepare with our courses
Preparation Time
- π A1: 3-6 months (60-100 hours)
- π A2: 6-9 months (100-200 hours)
- π B1: 9-12 months (200-350 hours)
- π B2: 12-18 months (350-550 hours)
- π C1: 18-24 months (550-800 hours)
- π C2: 24+ months (800+ hours)
β‘ Intensive courses can reduce time by 30-40%
π Where to Take Exams in Hong Kong
π’ Alliance FranΓ§aise Hong Kong
DELF, DALF, TCF exams
- Jordan Centre: 123 Waterloo Road, Kowloon
Contact & Map - Shatin Centre: New Territories
- Wanchai Centre: Hong Kong Island
- Hong Kong Scout Centre: For larger exam sessions
Alliance Française HK Website
ποΈ HKEAA & School-Based
IGCSE, A-Level, HKDSE exams
- HKEAA Centres: Various locations across Hong Kong
HKEAA Website - School-Based: IB, IGCSE, A-Level at your school
- Specific venue confirmed 2 weeks before exam
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