Canada
Drafted from the official pages listed under Sources, last read on 25 October 2026. Rules, fees and thresholds change: check the official page before you act. This is not legal advice and does not guarantee any outcome.
IRCC status
IRCC states: 'You must take the CELPIP-General test.' Results must be less than 2 years old at profile completion and at application.
Format
CELPIP-General covers four skills. Published times:
- Listening: 46-55 minutes, 6 parts.
- Reading: 43-56 minutes, 4 parts.
- Writing: 53 minutes, 2 tasks.
- Speaking: 15 minutes, 8 tasks.
Scoring and validity
Each component gets a CELPIP level from 0 to 12 (or NA). Levels map to CLB; for example CELPIP 7 corresponds to CLB 7. Scores are valid for two years from the date the score report is issued (as CELPIP states).
The CELPIP site states the test is completed in one sitting in 3 hours or less, with results in 2-4 days.
Accessibility
Test takers who need accommodations submit a Special Accommodations Request Form. Paragon must pre-approve all accommodations.
What to check on the official page
The fee was not on the pages fetched; see 'Find a CELPIP Test Date' and the Guidebook for Test Takers.
What changes often
Fees, formats and IRCC's approved list can change.
Listening 46-55 min (6 parts); Reading 43-56 min (4 parts); Writing 53 min (2 tasks); Speaking 15 min (8 tasks).