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TCF TP, DELF B2 or DALF: the certificate Campus France Morocco requires, where to take it in the Instituts français, 1,900 MAD for the TCF, the sessions before 15 November 2026, the recommended 400-point score and the exemptions.
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Information checked on 6 October 2026.
In Morocco, the French-language certificate decides whether your file is even admissible: without a TCF, DELF B2 or DALF, or at least proof of registration, Campus France Morocco will not process your application. The TCF Campus France Morocco, meaning the TCF tout public (general-audience French test) taken at the Institut français du Maroc, remains the most common choice because it gives a quick result. This article answers the practical questions: which certificate, where, how many dirhams, which sessions fall before the 15 November 2026 closing date, what score to aim for and who is exempt. For the whole procedure, from account to visa, see our Campus France Morocco guide.
Which certificate for Campus France Morocco
Campus France Morocco accepts three certificates for every application: the TCF TP (tout public), the DELF B2 and the DALF C1 or C2 (French state diplomas in French as a foreign language). The campaign's official leaflet and the certificates page list nothing else. An older page on the same site still mentions the TEF (the France version, never the TEF Canada): if you hold a TEF, ask the office for confirmation before you submit.
The two families do not measure the same thing.
| Criterion | TCF TP | DELF B2 / DALF |
|---|---|---|
| Nature | Test: a level observed at one point in time | Diploma from the French Ministry of Education |
| Papers in Morocco | Listening, reading, language structure, writing | Comprehension and production, written and oral |
| Result | Always a level, from A1 to C2 | Pass (at least 50/100) or fail |
| Validity | 2 years | For life |
| Gap between two attempts | At least 20 days | Depends on sessions |
One Moroccan specificity deserves attention: the TCF TP has no speaking paper in Morocco, as Campus France Morocco points out. You will therefore first meet spoken French on the day of the Campus France interview. The DELF and DALF do assess it.
Where to take the TCF in Morocco
The Institut français du Maroc runs the TCF TP, the DELF and the DALF. You can register and pay online on the Institut's website, or at the reception desk of its branches:
| Region | Where to register |
|---|---|
| Rabat-Casablanca axis | Rabat, Casablanca, Kenitra, El Jadida |
| North and East | Tangier, Tetouan, Oujda |
| Centre | Fez, Meknes |
| South | Marrakech, Agadir, Essaouira |
| Alliances françaises | Safi, Ouarzazate |
The TCF comes in two formats of equal value: on paper, with fixed sessions, and on computer (TCF SO), whose dates you ask for at your city's branch. The difference lies in how fast results arrive, explained below. To collect your TCF certificate or DELF diploma, go to the Institut or Alliance where you registered.
TCF price for Campus France in Morocco
Campus France Morocco publishes the following price list, repeated in its September 2026 leaflet.
| Certificate | Full price | Reduced price |
|---|---|---|
| TCF TP | 1,900 MAD | None listed |
| DELF B2 | 1,200 MAD | 960 MAD |
| DALF C1 or C2 | 1,700 MAD | 1,360 MAD |
| Online placement test | 50 MAD | — |
The reduced rate applies to students enrolled in French classes at the Instituts français du Maroc or the Alliance française in Safi, and to students of the Institut's partner institutions. The DELF B2 therefore costs less than the TCF, and you never need to retake it: a strong argument if you are preparing two campaigns in a row.
These amounts come on top of the 1,900 MAD Campus France application fee: one never replaces the other. The full departure budget is in our article on Campus France fees.
Sessions before 15 November 2026
The certificate calendar published by Campus France Morocco for the 2026-2027 campaign reads as follows.
| Exam | Registration closes | Session | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| TCF TP on paper | 11 September 2026 | 10 October 2026 | One month later |
| TCF TP on paper | 16 October 2026 | 14 November 2026 | One month later |
| TCF TP on paper | 5 November 2026 | 5 December 2026 | One month later |
| TCF TP on computer | Ask your branch | By 14 February 2027 at the latest | By 27 February 2027 at the latest |
| DELF/DALF | 18 October 2026 | 24 and 25 October 2026 | 27 November 2026 |
| DELF Junior B2 | 15 November 2026 | 21 and 22 November 2026 | 24 December 2026 |
| DELF/DALF | 13 December 2026 | 19 and 20 December 2026 | 22 January 2027 |
The rule that unlocks everything: while you wait for your results, the exam notice or the payment receipt is accepted at submission, provided your session appears in this calendar. You do not need to wait for a score to submit before 11:59 pm on 15 November 2026. Every other deadline of the campaign is in our Campus France Morocco 2027 calendar.
The DELF Junior B2 is meant for pupils up to the second year of the baccalauréat; it has the same value as the general DELF, and the diploma does not say "Junior".
What TCF score to aim for
Campus France Morocco sets two markers: a TCF of at least 400 points, a DELF B2 or a DALF is recommended; a TCF below 350 points is considered insufficient to study in good conditions. The official TCF scale explains these figures.
| TCF score | Level |
|---|---|
| 300 to 399 points | B1, effective but limited command |
| 400 to 499 points | B2, general and spontaneous command |
| 500 to 599 points | C1, good command |
| 600 to 699 points | C2, excellent command |
The 400-point threshold is therefore the start of B2, and 350 the middle of B1. Some programmes require C1 or C2: check the prerequisites of every programme on your list. For perspective, the Campus France Morocco leaflet gives the TCF levels reached in Morocco in 2025: 29.9% B1, 39.1% B2, 21% C1 and 6.5% C2. For the DELF B2, the pass rate stood at 85%.
Validity, result times and a second attempt
If you are still torn between tests, our comparison of the French test for Campus France explains what each is for.
Who is exempt from the certificate
Campus France Morocco publishes a precise list. The most common cases:
| Profile | French certificate |
|---|---|
| Moroccan baccalauréat, Moroccan bachelor's or master's | Required |
| Pupil from an international section, French option | Required |
| French programme delivered in Morocco | Required |
| Holder of a French, Belgian or European baccalauréat | Exempt |
| Student or graduate of the Africa Sup network (Centrale Casablanca, Essec Afrique, TBS Casablanca, etc.) | Exempt |
| Holder of a French higher-education degree obtained in France | Exempt |
| French government, Eiffel, AUF or Erasmus Mundus scholar | Exempt |
| Programme taught 100% in English, except first-year bachelor's | Exempt, unless the institution requires it |
Even when Campus France exempts you, the institution may ask for a certificate: read its prerequisites. And for a programme in English, a TOEIC, TOEFL or IELTS may be required instead.
Your plan from today
Revising with those who took it last year
The TCF is easier to prepare in a group, especially the writing paper. On Compatri, the Moroccan diaspora page gathers Moroccan communities city by city; students who took the TCF in Rabat or Casablanca last year now live in the city where you plan to study. Joining their community is free, even before you leave. The group "Étudiants africains" (African students) also connects students from several countries around scholarships and mutual help between campuses.
Compatri runs no courses and no tests, is not a service of Campus France or of the State, and does not replace the official source: for registration and results, only the Institut français du Maroc and Campus France Morocco are authoritative.
Official sources
Frequently asked questions
How much does the TCF cost for Campus France in Morocco?
The TCF TP costs 1,900 MAD at the Institut français du Maroc. The DELF B2 costs 1,200 MAD (960 MAD at the reduced rate) and the DALF C1 or C2 1,700 MAD (1,360 MAD reduced). These amounts come on top of the 1,900 MAD Campus France application fee.
What TCF score for Campus France Morocco?
Campus France Morocco recommends a TCF of at least 400 points, the start of level B2, or a DELF B2, or a DALF. A score below 350 points is considered insufficient to study in good conditions. Each institution may require more, sometimes C1.
Do you need your TCF result before submitting your Campus France Morocco file?
No. While you wait for results, Campus France Morocco accepts the exam notice or payment receipt, provided the session appears in its certificate calendar. You can therefore submit before 15 November 2026, then add the certificate when it arrives.
When do TCF results come out in Morocco?
About 15 days after a computer-based TCF, and four weeks after a paper TCF, according to Campus France Morocco. Results are checked online, and the certificate is collected at the Institut or Alliance where you registered. A new TCF is only possible after 20 days.
Who is exempt from the TCF for Campus France Morocco?
Among others, holders of a French, Belgian or European baccalauréat, students of the Africa Sup network, graduates of French higher education in France, some scholarship holders (French government, Eiffel, AUF, Erasmus Mundus) and applicants to a 100% English-taught programme other than first-year bachelor's. The Moroccan baccalauréat does not exempt you. The institution can always require a certificate.