Common TCF Canada to NCLC conversion
This table follows the TCF Canada table shown by IRCC for Canadian Experience Class. Program rules can change, so verify against IRCC before applying.
| Level | Speaking | Listening | Reading | Writing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCLC 10+ | 16-20 | 549-699 | 549-699 | 16-20 |
| NCLC 9 | 14-15 | 523-548 | 524-548 | 14-15 |
| NCLC 8 | 12-13 | 503-522 | 499-523 | 12-13 |
| NCLC 7 | 10-11 | 458-502 | 453-498 | 10-11 |
| NCLC 6 | 7-9 | 398-457 | 406-452 | 7-9 |
| NCLC 5 | 6 | 369-397 | 375-405 | 6 |
Why people talk about NCLC 7
NCLC 7 is a major threshold in many economic immigration contexts and a practical intermediate target for TCF Canada candidates.
- Listening and reading use the 0-699 score scale; writing and speaking use the 0-20 score scale.
- NCLC 9+ is more competitive in many contexts, but the training challenge shifts toward consistency and output quality.
- AceTCF helps turn a target level into the next practice set, mistake review and feedback loop.
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Output practiceFAQ
What TCF Canada score is NCLC 7?
IRCC lists TCF Canada NCLC 7 as speaking 10-11, listening 458-502, reading 453-498 and writing 10-11.
Are CLB and NCLC the same?
IRCC uses CLB for English and NCLC for French. In casual usage people may say CLB, but NCLC is the precise term for French.
Does this replace official IRCC guidance?
No. This is a preparation reference. Always verify the official IRCC page and your program requirements.