Citizenship · France
Examen civique (France)
The French civic exam for naturalisation and for a first carte de séjour pluriannuelle or carte de résident: values of the Republic, institutions, rights and duties, history, geography and everyday life. Practise in French, in the real 40-question format.
Questions last checked against the official sources on October 10, 2026.
The real exam at a glance
- Questions
- 40 multiple choice (28 knowledge + 12 scenarios), 4 options each
- To pass
- 32 correct (80%)
- Time
- 45 minutes, on a tablet or computer
- Levels
- Carte de séjour pluriannuelle, carte de résident, naturalisation
- Retakes
- Unlimited; the pass certificate does not expire
- Language
- French
What you'll practise
Try a question
Lequel de ces pays a été colonisé par la France ?
- Le Brésil
- L'Australie
- L'Algérie
- L'Argentine
Show the answer
C. L'Algérie — L'Algérie a été colonisée par la France de 1830 jusqu'à son indépendance en 1962.
Sample questions by topic (in English)
- Principes et valeurs de la République
- Système institutionnel et politique
- Droits et devoirs
- Histoire, géographie et culture
- Vivre dans la société française
- Mise en situation · Droits et devoirs
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Questions about the Examen civique
Is this the official Examen civique?
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What is the real Examen civique like?
Questions: 40 multiple choice (28 knowledge + 12 scenarios), 4 options each. To pass: 32 correct (80%). Time: 45 minutes, on a tablet or computer. Levels: Carte de séjour pluriannuelle, carte de résident, naturalisation. Retakes: Unlimited; the pass certificate does not expire. Language: French.
How is my practice marked?
Instantly. You see your score against the pass mark, and an explanation for every question — including the ones you got right.
Can I take it on my phone?
Yes. The whole mock exam works on a phone, and your progress is saved in your browser.
Ready for a full run?
One sitting, real timing, then your score against the pass mark.
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