Where to take the civic exam, how to register and when? The essentials of the process, with official links.
You must pass the civic exam before submitting your application for a residence permit (first application for a multi-year residence card or a resident card) or for naturalisation. Here's how it works.
Where to take the exam?
The exam takes place at an approved exam centre. The official list of approved centres is published by the Ministry of the Interior on formation-civique.interieur.gouv.fr.
How to register?
Registration and appointment details are given on the same official site. Refer to it for available dates and slots near you.
Good to know: you register for the exam directly, with the approved body of your choice (CCI Paris Île-de-France or France Éducation International). If you take one of our civic-exam preparation courses, we guide you through this step for free.
When to take it?
Since passing the exam is a condition for your application, it's best to prepare and take it ahead of your administrative steps, to avoid any delay.
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Official sources
- formation-civique.interieur.gouv.fr (approved centres, registration)
- service-public.fr — New civic exam
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