🌱 DELF A1 · Niveau Débutant · CEFR A1

DELF A1 Mock Test — Free Online Practice

Practise all four DELF A1 components in the official exam format. AI-graded writing and speaking with instant, detailed feedback. No credit card required.

Start A1 mock test All French levels

What the DELF A1 Tests

Compréhension de l'oral

(Listening)

~20 min

Short recordings — announcements, messages, simple conversations. Multiple choice and short answers.

Compréhension des écrits

(Reading)

~30 min

Very short texts — forms, signs, menus, simple notices. Matching and multiple choice tasks.

Production écrite

(Writing)

~30 min

Complete a form and write a simple message (e.g., postcard or short note — 40–50 words).

Production orale

(Speaking)

~5–7 min

Guided interaction with the examiner — introduce yourself and respond to simple personal questions.

What You Can Do at DELF A1

Introduce yourself — name, nationality, age, job

Understand very slow, simple spoken French

Read short, simple signs, menus, and messages

Fill in a simple form with personal details

Write a short postcard or message (40–50 words)

Ask and answer basic personal questions

Name everyday objects, numbers, days, months

Understand simple instructions and directions

DELF A1 — Common Questions

What is the DELF A1 pass mark?

You need a total of at least 50 out of 100 to pass, with a minimum of 5 out of 25 in each of the four components. Scoring 5 or more in all four sections but totalling less than 50 is a fail.

Who should take the DELF A1?

DELF A1 is for true beginners — those who have studied French for 60–120 hours. It is commonly taken by school students (DELF Scolaire/Junior version), family visa applicants, and anyone starting their French journey who wants an official certificate.

Is DELF A1 accepted for the French family visa?

DELF A1 demonstrates basic French communication ability. For a long-stay visa (family reunification) for France, you typically need at least A1/A2. Check the specific requirements for your visa category at the French embassy.

How long is the DELF A1 exam?

The written components take approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes total. The oral component (Production orale) is approximately 5–7 minutes and is usually conducted separately from the written exam day.

Practise other levels

DELF A2 →DELF B1 →DELF B2 →DALF C1 →DALF C2 →

Ready to practice DELF A1?

Full-length mock test with AI feedback — free to start.

Start free A1 mock test

LanguageTest.in is an independent exam preparation platform and is not affiliated with France Éducation International, Alliance Française, or any official French certification body.

Everything about this exam

Detailed guides covering every part of the exam.