Choosing to immigrate to Québec means embracing a French-speaking society where French is the official language in work, education, business, and daily life. Proficiency in French is a mandatory criterion for permanent immigration, with varying levels required depending on the immigration program. Québec offers French courses abroad and free courses upon arrival to support immigrants in meeting language requirements and integrating successfully.

• French is the official and common language of Québec and its public institutions as per the Charter of the French Language.
• Knowledge of French is an essential requirement for permanent immigration to Québec.
• French is the normal language used in work, instruction, business, commerce, and daily life.
• French is also the language of the state, legislation, justice, integration, and intercultural communication.
• French proficiency is considered in immigration applications and the required level varies by immigration program.
• Commitment to learning or improving French abroad helps meet Québec's selection criteria and aids faster integration.
• French courses are available abroad through partner language schools, with possible fee reimbursement for holders of CSQ or CAQ.
• Free French courses are offered in Québec to immigrants and Canadian-born residents to facilitate integration and employment.
• Certain professions require passing a French exam and membership in a professional order to practice legally in Québec.

• French language proficiency is a mandatory selection criterion for Québec immigration programs.
• Fee reimbursement for French courses abroad is available under certain conditions for CSQ or CAQ holders.

• Permanent immigration applicants to Québec
• New immigrants to Québec
• Professionals seeking membership in Québec professional orders
• Canadian-born residents seeking to improve French for daily life and employment

• Applicants must demonstrate French language skills as part of their immigration application to Québec.
• French courses can be taken abroad at partner language schools before arrival.
• Upon arrival, immigrants can enroll in free government-sponsored French courses.
• Professionals must pass the French exam of the Office québécois de la langue française and obtain a licence to practice.

• Information last updated April 24, 2024

• https://www.quebec.ca/en/immigration/french-in-quebec