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Direct Canada PR Through French Language
If you know both English and French, Canada offers you a golden pathway to secure Permanent Residency (PR) directly — even from outside Canada. This method is lesser known but highly effective for those willing to invest time and effort into learning French to a required proficiency level. With Canada’s focus on Francophone immigration, especially in 2025–2026, mastering French can significantly boost your chances of receiving an Express Entry Invitation to Apply (ITA).
1. Why French Can Be Your Fast Track to PR
Canada runs category-based Express Entry draws for French-speaking candidates, giving them an edge even if their English score alone is not enough to meet the cutoff.
Some key points:
TEF Canada (Test d’évaluation de français) is the official French test for immigration.
Achieving B2 level in TEF can add up to 62 CRS points to your Express Entry score.
French draws often have lower cutoffs compared to general draws.
Over 30,000 Francophones are expected to be invited in the next two years.
2. LMIA Is No Longer a Viable Option
In the past, LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment) was a popular route to get extra points. However:
LMIA is now restricted to critical sectors with high demand.
LMIA points in Express Entry will soon be phased out.
Fraud cases have led to stricter approvals.
If you want PR from outside Canada without LMIA or study, French is your best alternative.
3. Three Main Pathways to Canada PR
High-Score Category (The “Cream” Applicants)
Top 1–5% in the Express Entry pool.
Requires excellent English and/or French scores, strong education, and work experience.
Study Visa Route
Travel to Canada, complete studies, gain Canadian work experience, then apply for PR.
French Language Pathway
Learn French to B2 level, take TEF, and get extra CRS points.
Suitable for both outside and inside Canada applicants.
4. How Learning French Can Transform Your CRS Score
Let’s take an example:
Without French: CRS score = 453
With B2 French: CRS score = 515
(Above recent French category cutoffs like 466, 478, 444)
Even with lower English scores, French can push you over the threshold in certain draws.
5. How Long Does It Take to Learn French for Immigration?
Full language mastery: ~2 years
TEF exam preparation only: 8–10 months
(Focus only on test-related skills, not full fluency)
6. Cost of PR Through French
French training & test fees: $2,000–$3,000
Other expenses: $2,000–$3,000
Total: $7,000–$8,000 CAD (significantly less than study visa costs)
7. Step-by-Step Process
Check Your Current CRS Score
Use the official IRCC CRS Calculator.
Plan for TEF Canada
Target B2 level in all four skills (listening, reading, writing, speaking).
Complete Educational Credential Assessment (ECA)
Agencies: WES, IQAS, CES, etc.
Take English Test
IELTS General, CELPIP, or PTE Core.
Add French Test Results
Watch your CRS jump with the extra 62 points.
Submit Express Entry Profile
Apply when the French category draw is announced.
Receive ITA and Apply for PR
8. Special Notes for Inside Canada Applicants
If you are already in Canada:
You can use French to qualify for PR without moving provinces.
Combine French with Canadian work/study experience for a higher CRS.
9. Why Choose French Over Other Routes?
Direct PR without spending $30,000+ on study.
No job offer required.
Lower competition compared to general draws.
More French streams may be introduced in the future.
Our Services
At Globexa Immigration, we:
Provide TEF Canada training focused on exam success.
Help with Express Entry profile creation and PR application.
Offer study visa with spouse packages if you choose that route.
Guide both inside and outside Canada applicants.
