CLB to CELPIP converter

For CELPIP General, each level from 4 to 12 is the same number on the Canadian Language Benchmarks. Pick the CLB you need to see the CELPIP level for each skill.

CLB 9 means CELPIP 9 in each skill.

Listening: 9
Reading: 9
Writing: 9
Speaking: 9

Each skill is scored on its own, and programs look at every skill, so you need the level in all four.

Every level

CELPIP General level	CLB
12	12
11	11
10	10
9	9
8	8
7	7
6	6
5	5
4	4
3 and below, M or NA	Below CLB 4

CLB minimums of the main programs

Federal Skilled WorkerCLB 7
Canadian Experience Class, TEER 0 or 1 jobsCLB 7
Canadian Experience Class, TEER 2 or 3 jobsCLB 5
Citizenship (speaking and listening)CLB 4
Post graduation work permit, universityCLB 7
Post graduation work permit, collegeCLB 5

From the IRCC language test equivalency charts, checked on October 26, 2026. Always check the official page before you book. IRCC language test equivalency

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