DALF C2 registration — 2026 sessions

The DALF C2 is the CEFR expert level, comparable to an educated native speaker of French. It is the highest diploma awarded by France Éducation International.

What is the DALF C2?

The DALF C2 is the highest level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. It certifies an expert, nuanced use of French: the holder understands with ease practically everything they read or hear, reconstructs facts and arguments coherently, and expresses themselves spontaneously, fluently and precisely, including in complex situations.

It is a rare and prestigious diploma, mainly taken by teachers of French, translators, and managers working in French in a diplomatic, academic or cultural context.

Structure of the DALF C2 exams

Unlike the DELF and the DALF C1, the C2 has only 2 exams but each one combines reception and production, based on long and complex authentic documents.

Minimum pass mark: 50/100 overall with 10/50 minimum per exam.

Fields offered

At registration, the candidate chooses between two fields for the written production:

• Humanities — writing a structured article from a set of documents
• Sciences — synthesis and stance-taking from scientific documents

Typical audience

• Teachers of French as a foreign language (FLE)
• Translators and interpreters into/from French
• PhD candidates and researchers working in French
• Managers and international civil servants
• Anyone wishing to certify an expert command of French

How to prepare

There is no "recipe" method at this level: it takes continuous immersion in educated French. Regular reading (Le Monde, Le Figaro, specialist journals), demanding listening (France Culture, parliamentary debates, lectures), and practice in long, reasoned writing. Preparation generally lasts between 1 and 2 years for a candidate already solid at C1.

Prefer to be guided? We run a one-day DALF C2 preparation at the centre where you will sit the exam — the four tests one by one, written practice with individual feedback, and a mock oral. See the programme and the coming dates.

Frequently asked questions — DALF C2

How do I register for the DALF C2 exam?

From the GoDELF home page, select a C2 session, complete your application and pay online. Your candidate account is created automatically. The convocation reaches you by email before the exam.

How much is DALF C2 registration in 2026?

The DALF C2 fee for an individual candidate is €200 in 2026. It includes the 2 exams, marking by accredited France Éducation International examiners and the issuing of the official diploma.

What are the DALF C2 exam dates?

The DALF C2 is offered a few times a year depending on demand. The dates open for registration can be viewed on the GoDELF home page.

Is the DALF C2 the highest French diploma?

Yes. The DALF C2 is the highest level of the CEFR and the highest official diploma of French as a foreign language. It certifies an expert, nuanced use of French, close to an educated native speaker.

Who is the DALF C2 for?

Mainly for teachers of French as a foreign language, translators, interpreters, PhD candidates and managers working in French in a diplomatic, academic or cultural context.

What is the minimum mark to pass the DALF C2?

The minimum mark is 50/100, with a threshold of 10/50 on each of the 2 exams (the written and oral papers are each worth 50 points).

How long does it take to prepare for the DALF C2?

Preparation generally takes between 1 and 2 years for a candidate already solid at C1, through continuous immersion in educated French (demanding reading, listening, long and reasoned writing).

Is the DALF C2 diploma valid for life?

Yes. The DALF is an official diploma of the French Ministry of National Education, valid for life, unlike the TCF/TEF tests which are valid for 2 years.