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Time to NCLC 7+ estimator

Planning your Express Entry timeline? Estimate how many weeks or months of focused French study you may need to reach NCLC 7+ in all four skills — the threshold for the maximum CRS French bonus.

Current French level

Intermediate
8 hrs/week

Estimated time to NCLC 7+

Steady pace

~23 weeks

~5 months

~180 hours of focused practice

Fast trackSteady paceLonger road

Estimates vary by learner. Structured TEF or TCF practice and mock exams can shorten your timeline.

How this estimator works

  1. Choose your current overall French level (beginner through advanced).
  2. Set how many hours per week you can realistically dedicate to structured French study.
  3. We map typical learning curves from your level to NCLC 7+ competency across reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
  4. The result is a rough range in weeks and months — use it for planning; your actual pace depends on consistency and exam-specific practice.

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