Take the DELF and DALF Exams in Aix-en-Provence
IS Aix-en-Provence is an official DELF and DALF examination centre in Aix-en-Provence. We organise examination sessions for candidates who wish to obtain an official French language diploma.
The DELF (Diplôme d’études en langue française) and DALF (Diplôme approfondi de langue française) are official diplomas issued by the French Ministry of Education. They certify French language proficiency according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
The DELF and DALF diplomas can be useful for a range of purposes, including academic studies, professional projects and certain administrative procedures. They are valid for life and do not expire.
DELF and DALF Exams Offered at IS Aix-en-Provence
The DELF Tout Public and DALF are available to teenagers and adults who wish to officially certify their level of French.
The DELF covers four levels, from A1 to B2. The DALF covers two advanced levels, C1 and C2.
At IS Aix-en-Provence, the following exams are currently offered:
Exam | Level | Fee |
DELF | A2 | €95 |
DELF | B1 | €110 |
DELF | B2 | €120 |
DALF | C1 | €150 |
DELF and DALF diplomas are independent of one another.
You do not need to have obtained a lower-level diploma to register directly for the exam corresponding to your French level and your objectives.
Which DELF or DALF Level Should You Choose?
The level you choose depends on your French language skills and the purpose for which you need the diploma.
- DELF A2: you can understand and communicate in common everyday situations.
- DELF B1: you can understand the main points of familiar situations and communicate effectively in everyday contexts.
- DELF B2: you can communicate with greater ease and express and develop your point of view in a range of situations, including academic and professional contexts.
- DALF C1: you can express yourself independently, clearly and precisely, including when dealing with complex subjects.
- DALF C2: you have a very advanced command of French and can communicate with a high degree of precision and fluency.
If you need to present your diploma to a university, school, company or administrative authority, make sure to check the level required by the organisation concerned.
How Does the Exam Work?
The DELF and DALF assess four French language skills:
- listening comprehension;
- reading comprehension;
- written production;
- oral production.
The format, content and duration of the exams vary depending on the diploma and level taken.
For detailed information about the exam format, duration and requirements for each level, please consult the official information published by France Éducation international (FEI).
The exact schedule and practical details of your examination session will be provided in your examination invitation.
DELF and DALF Exam Dates in Aix-en-Provence
IS Aix-en-Provence offers DELF and DALF examination sessions at different times throughout the year.
Exam dates, oral examination periods and registration deadlines vary depending on the level and session.
| Session | Registration Deadline | Level | Written Exam Date & Time | Oral Exam Dates* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 05 October 2026 | A2 | 03/11 – 14:00 | 03 to 30 November |
| November | 05 October 2026 | B1 | 04/11 – 10:00 | 04 to 30 November |
| November | 05 October 2026 | B2 | 04/11 – 14:00 | 05 to 30 November |
| November | 05 October 2026 | C1 | 05/11 – 09:00 | — |
| December | 02 November 2026 | A2 | 01/12 – 14:00 | 01 to 18 December |
| December | 02 November 2026 | B1 | 02/12 – 10:00 | 02 to 18 December |
| December | 02 November 2026 | B2 | 02/12 – 14:00 | 03 to 18 December |
| December | 02 November 2026 | C1 | 03/12 – 09:00 | — |
DATES 2027
A2
| Level | Session | Written Exam Date & Time | Oral Exam Dates* |
|---|---|---|---|
| A2 | January | 12/01 – 14:00 | 12 January to 11 February |
| A2 | February | 02/02 – 14:00 | 02 February to 02 March |
| A2 | March | 16/03 – 14:00 | 16 March to 15 April |
| A2 | May | 25/05 – 14:00 | 25 May to 15 June |
| A2 | June | 15/06 – 14:00 | 15 June to 15 July |
| A2 | July | 06/07 – 14:00 | 06 July to 05 August |
| A2 | August | 03/08 – 14:00 | 03 August to 02 September |
| A2 | October | 05/10 – 14:00 | 05 October to 04 November |
| A2 | November | 16/11 – 14:00 | 16 November to 15 December |
| A2 | December | 07/12 – 14:00 | 07 to 17 December |
B1
| Level | Session | Written Exam Date & Time | Oral Exam Dates* |
|---|---|---|---|
| B1 | January | 13/01 – 10:00 | 13 January to 12 February |
| B1 | February | 03/02 – 10:00 | 03 February to 02 March |
| B1 | March | 17/03 – 10:00 | 17 March to 15 April |
| B1 | May | 26/05 – 10:00 | 26 May to 15 June |
| B1 | June | 16/06 – 10:00 | 16 June to 15 July |
| B1 | July | 07/07 – 10:00 | 07 July to 06 August |
| B1 | August | 04/08 – 10:00 | 04 August to 03 September |
| B1 | October | 06/10 – 10:00 | 06 October to 05 November |
| B1 | November | 17/11 – 10:00 | 17 November to 15 December |
| B1 | December | 08/12 – 10:00 | 08 to 17 December |
B2
| Level | Session | Written Exam Date & Time | Oral Exam Dates* |
|---|---|---|---|
| B2 | January | 13/01 – 14:00 | 14 January to 12 February |
| B2 | February | 03/02 – 14:00 | 04 February to 03 March |
| B2 | March | 17/03 – 14:00 | 18 March to 15 April |
| B2 | May | 26/05 – 14:00 | 27 May to 15 June |
| B2 | June | 16/06 – 14:00 | 17 June to 15 July |
| B2 | July | 07/07 – 14:00 | 08 July to 06 August |
| B2 | August | 04/08 – 14:00 | 05 August to 03 September |
| B2 | October | 06/10 – 14:00 | 07 October to 05 November |
| B2 | November | 17/11 – 14:00 | 18 November to 15 December |
| B2 | December | 08/12 – 14:00 | 09 to 17 December |
C1
| Level | Session | Written Exam Date & Time | Oral Exam Dates* |
|---|---|---|---|
| C1 | January | 14/01 – 09:00 | 14 January to 12 February |
| C1 | February | 04/02 – 09:00 | 04 February to 03 March |
| C1 | March | 18/03 – 09:00 | 18 March to 15 April |
| C1 | May | 27/05 – 09:00 | 27 May to 15 June |
| C1 | June | 17/06 – 09:00 | 17 June to 15 July |
| C1 | July | 08/07 – 09:00 | 08 July to 06 August |
| C1 | August | 05/08 – 09:00 | 05 August to 03 September |
| C1 | October | 07/10 – 09:00 | 07 October to 05 November |
| C1 | November | 18/11 – 09:00 | 18 November to 15 December |
| C1 | December | 09/12 – 09:00 | 09 to 17 December |