NB Francophone G7 French exam-day guide
NB Francophone G7 French · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Bring the original, unexpired ID document specified by your test provider (often a passport or national ID card). Confirm the exact accepted forms with the provider; a photocopy is usually not accepted.
Admission ticket or confirmation email
Print or save your registration confirmation showing your name, test date, time, and test centre. Check that the spelling matches your ID.
Test centre address and travel plan
Confirm the exact address and arrival time with the provider. Plan to arrive early enough to allow for security checks and finding the room; late arrival policies vary, so confirm them in advance.
Permitted writing materials
Bring only what the provider allows (for example, a few pens or pencils). Confirm whether scratch paper, highlighters, or erasers are permitted; do not assume.
Water and a light snack for before or after the test
Confirm whether food and drink are allowed in the waiting area or at your desk. Keep it simple and avoid anything that could spill on materials.
Watch (non-smart, if permitted)
A simple analogue watch can help you pace yourself if the room clock is not visible. Confirm with the provider whether watches are allowed; smartwatches are typically prohibited.
Review the test format and timing
Know the number and type of sections, the time limit for each, and whether there are breaks. Confirm these details with the provider or official test description.
Plan a quiet review session the day before
Review key vocabulary, grammar points, and reading strategies briefly. Do not attempt to learn new material at the last minute.
Arrange transport and backup
Check routes and leave a buffer for delays. Have a backup plan (for example, a second route or a contact number for the centre) in case of disruption.
Confirm accommodation if travelling
If you are staying overnight, confirm the booking and location relative to the test centre. Keep your booking confirmation accessible.
Personal medication or accessibility arrangements
If you need medication or have approved accommodations, confirm the provider's procedures in advance. Bring only what has been approved.
Leave valuables at home
Storage for personal belongings may be limited or unavailable. Confirm the provider's policy on bags, phones, and electronic devices.
Plan the day
Confirm logistics: re-check the test centre address, arrival time, ID requirements, and permitted items with the provider. Review your weakest areas using short practice tasks, but avoid cramming new material. Get regular sleep and eat normally. Prepare your bag with ID, confirmation, and permitted materials.
Do a light review of vocabulary and grammar notes, then stop. Lay out clothes and your bag. Check transport times and set two alarms. Avoid heavy meals, alcohol, and screens late at night. Read the provider's test-day instructions once more.
Eat a normal breakfast and hydrate. Arrive at the centre with time to spare; allow for security and registration. Keep conversation with other candidates light and avoid last-minute discussion of answers. Follow staff instructions and use the restroom before the test begins if breaks are limited.
Read all instructions carefully before starting each section. Pace yourself: note the time limit and check the clock at intervals. Answer easier questions first and return to harder ones if the format allows. For reading and listening, read questions before the passage or audio where permitted. Leave no blank answers if there is no penalty for guessing, but confirm the scoring rules with the provider. If you need a break or have a problem, raise your hand and wait for staff.
Rules to check
Bring the exact ID document required by the provider; without it you may be refused admission. Confirm accepted forms and validity in advance.
Arrive at the time stated by the provider. Late arrival policies vary and may result in lost time or refused entry; confirm with the provider.
Electronic devices, including phones and smartwatches, are typically prohibited in the test room. Confirm the provider's policy and storage arrangements.
Do not communicate with other candidates during the test. Follow all instructions from invigilators and staff.
Breaks, if any, are usually scheduled and supervised. Confirm the break policy, including whether you may leave the room or access belongings.
Scoring rules, including whether incorrect answers are penalised, are set by the provider. Confirm the scoring method before the test so you know whether to guess.
If you have an accessibility need or medical requirement, arrange it with the provider well before test day; accommodations are not granted on the spot.
Keep your registration confirmation and ID on you until you leave the centre, in case staff need to verify your details.