Learning French: Courses, DELF, Apps, Tips.

start with JARI.

• Community — find a language-exchange partner and a study group.
• Expert services — private lessons, DELF prep, French teachers.

why learn & the required levels (2026).

French is essential for integration, work and admin. Since 2026, language levels are required for residency and nationality:

• First multi-year card: A2.
• Resident card (10 years): B1.
• Naturalisation: B2.
• Algerian nationals are exempt (bilateral agreement).

levels & exams.

• CEFR levels: A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2.
• Recognised tests: DELF (no expiry), TCF / TEF (valid 2 years).
• University usually asks B2; nationality, B2.

where to learn.

• Alliance Française — worldwide and in Paris, structured.
• City of Paris municipal courses — affordable, in high demand: sign up early.
• University language centres and CROUS courses.
• Free OFII courses — for newcomers who signed the CIR.
• Associations and volunteer courses.

apps & self-study.

• Duolingo, Busuu, Babbel… a little every day.
• Podcasts, YouTube and French series to train your ear.
• Watch your K-dramas with French subtitles.

language exchange (tandem).

The tandem — teaching your language to a native who teaches theirs — is ideal for practice. Find a partner on the JARI Community and meet people (see Making friends).

🇰🇷 tips for Koreans.

• Learn the gender (le/la) together with the word.
• Pronunciation (the R, nasal vowels) comes with repetition.
• Work on register (vous / tu).
• Aim for consistency over perfection: a little every day.

tips.

• Register early for your target exam.
• Build yourself an immersion environment (cafés, groups).
• The DELF doesn't expire: taking it in advance is an asset.

common mistakes.

• Grinding grammar and putting off speaking.
• Not checking the required level/exam.
• Missing sign-ups for popular courses.

FAQ.

What level for nationality? B2 since 2026. And the resident card (10 years)? B1 since 2026. Which exams? DELF (no expiry), TCF, TEF. Affordable courses? Municipal courses, associations, free OFII courses.

useful links.

• On JARI: Community · Expert services
• Read next: Making friends · Campus life · Residence permit
• Official: service-public.fr · Alliance Française