Confused about NCLC 5 vs 7 for Francophone Mobility Work Permit Canada? Get the facts on current language rules, test requirements, and what
Everyone keeps asking: “Do you need NCLC 7 for the Francophone Mobility Work Permit?” 🇨🇦
The answer is NO.
For the Francophone Mobility Program in 2026, the requirement is still NCLC 5 in speaking and listening — not NCLC 7. A lot of confusion online is mixing up PR pathways and work permit eligibility.
If you’re a French-speaking candidate planning to work in Canada outside Quebec, this pathway could be one of the easiest LMIA-exempt options available right now.
✨ Learn: • Actual language requirements • TEF/TCF proof rules • Common application mistakes • How this permit can lead to Canada PR
