The civic exam is administered in accordance with the guidelines of the French Ministry of the Interior, as part of the new rules governing integration and eligibility for residency in France.
The civic exam is administered in accordance with the guidelines of the French Ministry of the Interior, as part of the new rules governing integration and eligibility for residency in France.
📅 Starting January 1, 2026, it is mandatory for :
⚠️ Warning – Check your eligibility before registering
Before registering, check with your prefecture to confirm that the civics exam is indeed required as part of your administrative process.
It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that they are eligible before proceeding with registration and payment.
In accordance with the General Terms and Conditions of Sale, registration fees are non-refundable, except in cases of force majeure that are documented within 72 hours.
✅ Validity: unlimited
ℹ️ Not required for renewal applications
💶 Price: €75 (not eligible for CPF funding)
Any person residing in France who is applying for:
📍 The exam is administered exclusively at our center in Bordeaux
👥 Maximum of 8 candidates per session
🗓️ Dates listed on the registration form
🖥️ Good computer skills required
Accommodations (extra time, exemptions) may be available depending on your situation.
⬇️ Download the medical certificate to be filled out by your doctor if necessary
Two-step registration:
1. Online pre-registration on France Education International
Create your account by entering your personal details and selecting the exam you wish to take.
⚠️ Keep your login credentials for your applicant account on France Education International
2. Register for the exam in person or using our online form
Fill in your information, select a date, and pay for the exam to confirm your registration
📄 Required documents: Valid passport, residence permit, or driver’s license
⌛ Minimum waiting period: 24 hours between exam registrations
🖥️ 100% digital exam (on a computer)
⏱️ Duration: 45 minutes
❓ 40 questions (multiple choice)
📈 Level: depending on the exam chosen (residence permit, permanent resident card, or naturalization)
✅ Passing score: 32 correct answers (80%)
📊 Results: available within 12 hours in your candidate account
Topics assessed:
💡 Don’t forget to bring:
The Department of the Interior has made the exam topics and questions available: