DELF · B1

About the DELF B1

Independent use of French in everyday situations — holiday, work, events.

What is the DELF B1?

The DELF B1 validates your independent use of the French language. It certifies that you can navigate most situations encountered while traveling or living in a French-speaking environment.

Exam papers
Paper Tasks Items Time
Listening comprehension3~2525 min
Reading comprehension3~3045 min
Written production245 min
Oral production3~15 min
Reading comprehension — what to expect

The Reading comprehension paper tests your ability to understand articles and texts on topics of general interest. You will answer multiple-choice questions and provide short written justifications for true/false statements.

Grading and pass mark

Each of the four papers is scored out of 25, for a total of 100 points. To pass, you need a minimum overall score of 50/100 and at least 5/25 in each individual paper.

Tips for the reading paper
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