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CLB Calculator
Canadian Language Benchmarks
IELTS to CLB Calculator
The Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) is a standard index IRCC uses to compare IELTS and CELPIP scores for English proficiency, and TEF/TCF scores for French proficiency, when setting the language requirements for immigration programs. The CLB scale runs from 1 to 12 — the higher your CLB, the more proficient you are in English or French.
Please note: IELTS Academic is not eligible for Canadian immigration programs — IRCC only accepts IELTS General Training.
Please note: IELTS Academic is not eligible for Canadian immigration programs — IRCC only accepts IELTS General Training.
CLB for Express Entry Programs
- Canadian Experience Class (CEC): minimum CLB 5 or more
- Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP): minimum CLB 7
- Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP): minimum CLB 5 in Listening/Speaking, CLB 4 in Reading/Writing
- Study Permit under Student Direct Stream (SDS): minimum CLB 7 (band 6 in each IELTS module)
Calculate Your CLB Score
IELTS General to CLB Reference Table
| CLB | Reading | Writing | Listening | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLB 10 | 8-9 | 7.5-9 | 8.5-9 | 7.5-9 |
| CLB 9 | 7-7.5 | 7 | 8 | 7 |
| CLB 8 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 7.5 | 6.5 |
| CLB 7 | 6 | 6 | 6-7 | 6 |
| CLB 6 | 5-5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| CLB 5 | 4-4.5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| CLB 4 | 3.5 | 4-4.5 | 4.5 | 4-4.5 |
CELPIP-General to CLB Reference Table
| CLB | Reading | Writing | Listening | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLB 10 | 10-12 | 10-12 | 10-12 | 10-12 |
| CLB 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
| CLB 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| CLB 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| CLB 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| CLB 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| CLB 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
TEF Canada to CLB Reference Table
| CLB | Reading | Writing | Listening | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLB 10 | 263-300 | 393-450 | 316-360 | 393-450 |
| CLB 9 | 248-262 | 371-392 | 298-315 | 371-392 |
| CLB 8 | 233-247 | 349-370 | 280-297 | 349-370 |
| CLB 7 | 207-232 | 310-348 | 249-279 | 310-348 |
| CLB 6 | 181-206 | 271-309 | 217-248 | 271-309 |
| CLB 5 | 151-180 | 226-270 | 181-216 | 226-270 |
| CLB 4 | 121-150 | 181-225 | 145-180 | 181-225 |
TCF Canada to CLB Reference Table
| CLB | Reading | Writing | Listening | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLB 10 | 549-699 | 16-20 | 549-699 | 16-20 |
| CLB 9 | 524-548 | 14-15 | 523-548 | 14-15 |
| CLB 8 | 499-523 | 12-13 | 503-522 | 12-13 |
| CLB 7 | 453-498 | 10-11 | 458-502 | 10-11 |
| CLB 6 | 406-452 | 7-9 | 398-457 | 7-9 |
| CLB 5 | 375-405 | 6 | 369-397 | 6 |
| CLB 4 | 342-374 | 4-5 | 331-368 | 4-5 |
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