Free tool
CRS calculator — with your French points highlighted
Estimate your Express Entry CRS score and see exactly what French is worth to your profile: enter your TEF Canada scores (or targets) and watch the delta.
English (CLB per skill — IELTS/CELPIP converted)
French
Leave empty / below 4 if you haven't tested French yet — we'll show what it could add.
Unofficial estimate based on IRCC's published CRS criteria. Simplified in places (e.g. exact credential assessments, work-experience eligibility rules). Always verify with the official CRS tool on canada.ca before making decisions.
Why the French delta matters
Since job-offer points were removed from the CRS, strong French is the largest boost most candidates can still earn: up to 50 additional points at NCLC 7 in all four skills, extra core points if French becomes your strongest language, and eligibility for French-category draws whose cut-offs have historically been far below general draws. This calculator makes that concrete — it shows your number, not a generic promise.
Not at NCLC 7 yet? Check where you stand with the CLB calculator and follow the study plan to close the gap.
Turn those points into reality
Free timed TEF Canada mock tests with an estimated NCLC band after every attempt — so you know exactly when your French is worth the full 50 points.
Frequently asked questions
How is this CRS calculator different from others?
It's built around the French angle: enter your TEF Canada scores (or target NCLC levels) and it shows not just your total, but exactly how many CRS points French contributes to your profile — and what reaching NCLC 7 would add if you're not there yet.
Can I enter TEF Canada scores directly?
Yes — switch the French input to 'TEF scores' and enter your section scores. They're converted to NCLC levels automatically using the official IRCC equivalency ranges.
How many points can French add?
Up to 50 additional points for NCLC 7+ in all four skills (with CLB 5+ English), plus core language points, plus skill-transferability combinations if French is your strongest language — and eligibility for French-category draws with historically lower cut-offs.
Is this calculator official?
No. It's an unofficial estimate based on IRCC's published CRS criteria, simplified in places. Always confirm with the official CRS tool on canada.ca before making decisions.