Updated March 2026

STAMP 4S Policies

1. Registration

• Registration is open to all candidates, regardless of the state in which they reside.
• Masks are optional as per Washington and King County guidelines.

2. Cancellation Policy

• Once payment has been received and registration has been confirmed, no refunds, credits, or transfers will be issued for cancellations.
• Please ensure that you will be available to attend the exam on the date. 

3. Candidate information

It is the candidate’s responsibility to check that their names and details are correct on the confirmation of enrollment, as they appear on their passport. The same details will appear on the proficency report. 

4. Schedule

• Once set, the schedule of examination dates and times may not be altered.  
• The Alliance Française de Seattle reserves the right to cancel a test. In the event of circumstances beyond the control of the Alliance Française de Seattle—such as natural disasters, severe weather, public health emergencies, power or internet outages, or government-mandated closures—the exam may be postponed, rescheduled, or canceled. Such situations are considered force majeure and do not entitle candidates to refunds or compensation. Candidates will be offered the option to transfer to a future session when feasible.

5. Late arrivals

Candidates should arrive at the time indicated on their confirmation, which they have received by email. Late arrivals cannot be accommodated.  

6. Proof of identity

Candidates will be required to bring official proof of identity on their examination day. Only passports, national ID cards, and photo driver licenses will be accepted. Failure to present one of the above-mentioned documents will result in denial of access to the examination room. 

7. Results

Results are usually available within 10 to 15 business days after the examination day. Candidates will be informed by email. 

8. Belongings and equipment

AFSeattle can provide headsets for the candidates, but we recommend that candidates bring their own. The candidates are required to reduce their belongings to the minimum—ID, headsets, one water bottle.