DELF B2 Related Questions
Answers to the questions people ask most often before taking the DELF B2.
1. What is the DELF B2?
The DELF B2 is an official French-language diploma issued by the French Ministry of National Education. It certifies a B2 level on the CEFR scale.
2. What is the DELF B2 used for?
It officially proves your French level. It can be useful for studies, certain jobs, or certain administrative procedures, depending on the country and organization involved.
7. Does the DELF B2 expire?
No. The DELF diploma is valid for life. You don't need to retake it after a certain number of years.
3. In which countries is the DELF B2 recognized?
The DELF is an officially recognized diploma internationally. It is notably recognized in France and in many French-speaking and non-French-speaking countries.
That said, for any specific procedure, always check the requirements of the university, administration, or employer involved.
4. Is the DELF B2 recognized in France?
Yes. The DELF B2 is an official French diploma and is widely recognized in France, including by many higher education institutions.
5. Is the DELF B2 recognized in Canada?
Yes, the DELF B2 is recognized as a French-language certification in many contexts in Canada (such as professional ones). However, for Canadian immigration, the DELF is generally not the test used to obtain official language results: candidates should specifically check the tests accepted by IRCC, such as the TCF Canada or the TEF Canada.
6. Is the DELF B2 recognized in Switzerland?
Yes. The DELF is recognized in Switzerland in various contexts, including for studies and certifying French level. Requirements may still vary depending on the institution or procedure.
8. What score do you need to pass the DELF B2?
You need to score at least 50/100 overall. You also need to score at least 5/25 on each of the four sections.
9. What are the DELF B2's four sections?
- Listening comprehension: 25 points
- Reading comprehension: 25 points
- Written production: 25 points
- Oral production: 25 points
Total: 100 points.
10. What happens if I score below 5/25 on a section?
If you score below 5/25 on even one section, you fail, even if your total is above 50/100.
11. Can you pass with exactly 50/100?
Yes. 50/100 is the minimum score to pass, provided you have at least 5/25 on each section.
12. Can you retake only the section you failed?
No. If you fail the DELF, you generally need to retake all four sections during a new session.
13. Can you take the DELF B2 more than once?
Yes. You can retake the exam if you failed or if you'd like to earn your diploma at a later date.
14. How long does it take to get your results?
It depends on the exam center and the session. There's no set timeframe that applies to every center, so check directly with the center where you took the exam. Generally, though, expect 4 to 5 weeks.
15. Do you receive a diploma after passing?
Yes. After passing, candidates receive a certificate of success, and the official diploma is issued afterward according to the exam center's procedures.
16. Is the DELF B2 difficult?
B2 level requires being able to understand fairly complex documents, argue your point, defend your opinion, and communicate with enough fluency.
So the difficulty largely depends on the candidate's actual level and how well they're prepared for the exam format.
17. What's the difference between the DELF B2 and the TCF?
- The DELF B2 is a diploma: once earned, it's valid for life.
- The TCF is a level test: it assesses a candidate's skills at a given point in time, and its certificate has a limited period of validity.
The best choice therefore depends on your goal: studies, immigration, citizenship, work, etc.