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NCLC 6 = What TCF Canada Score? (CEFR B1+)

NCLC 6 corresponds to CEFR B1+ on the Canadian language proficiency scale used by IRCC. To confirm NCLC 6, you need to hit the score band below in each of the four TCF Canada skills — your final NCLC level equals your lowest skill score.

Module / Score band

  • Reading: 406-452 (TCF score)
  • Listening: 398-457 (TCF score)
  • Writing: 7-9/20
  • Speaking: 7-9/20
  • CEFR equivalent: B1+

Immigration programs that accept NCLC 6

Citizenship oral + listening requirement; some FSWP streams; common level for Quebec PEQ applicants

How to prepare

Claire AI offers 1,677 reading + 1,677 listening questions (100 free) covering CEFR A1 to C2, with per-question AI analysis. NCLC 6 candidates should focus on B1+-level questions. Start free practice.

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