Quick answer: since January 1, 2026, France requires a civic exam before granting citizenship, the 10-year residence card, or a multi-year permit (CSP). The exam is a 40-question multiple-choice test taken in 45 minutes at an approved center, with a pass mark of 32/40 (80%). Entraînement Civique is an independent platform to prepare for it: 2,000+ targeted questions, detailed explanations, and personalized progress tracking.
How the exam works
- Format: 40 multiple-choice questions on a computer, 45 minutes
- Pass mark: 32/40 (80%) — no oral component at this stage
- Fee: €70–90 depending on the approved center (CCI or France Éducation International)
- Language: French
- Content: 5 official themes — Republican values, institutions, history-geography-culture, life in society, rights and duties
Created by the law of January 26, 2024, the exam checks practical knowledge of the Republic's values and how France works — not university-level detail.
Three tracks, one exam
| Your situation | What's at stake |
|---|---|
| French naturalization | Citizenship + French passport; the exam is followed by an individual interview at the prefecture |
| 10-year residence card | Long-term status after about 5 years of stable residence |
| Multi-year permit (CSP) | 2-year permit, usually after a first residence permit |
The test is identical for all three tracks, so your preparation works whichever path you are on. You can check which procedure applies to you on our eligibility page.
How to prepare (the method that works)
- Day 1 — take a free placement test. 40 questions, no account needed: start the free practice test.
- Days 1–6 — revise theme by theme (longer if you start from scratch). Work through the 5 themes with corrected quizzes; read every explanation, right or wrong.
- Days 7–13 — full timed simulations. 40 questions in 45 minutes, exactly like exam day, until you score 34–36 consistently.
- Day 14 — light review and rest. Reread your error log, sleep well.
Plan on 4 to 8 weeks at 30 minutes a day if you start from scratch, or 1–2 weeks if you already have solid basics. The 14-day schedule above is the accelerated version. Our platform tracks your weak points automatically and re-quizzes you on them.
What makes Entraînement Civique different
- 2,000+ questions written to the official 2026 syllabus and updated continuously
- Detailed explanations for every answer — you understand, not memorize
- Real exam conditions: 40 questions, 45 minutes, 32/40 pass mark
- AI-generated revision: unlimited adaptive quizzes on the Premium plan
- Works on any device, offline capable, no ads
One-time payment from €9.99. No subscription.
Frequently asked questions
What is the French civic exam?
A 40-question multiple-choice test, 45 minutes, required since January 1, 2026 for French naturalization, the 10-year residence card and the multi-year residence permit (CSP). The pass mark is 32/40 (80%).
Who has to take it?
Applicants for French citizenship, applicants for the 10-year residence card, and holders applying for the multi-year residence permit (CSP).
How much does it cost?
The official fee is €70–90 depending on the approved test center, payable at each registration. Preparation tools like this site are a separate, optional cost.
Is this the official government website?
No. Entraînement Civique is an independent, unofficial preparation platform. We are not affiliated with the Ministry of the Interior, OFII, CCI or France Éducation International. The official exam is booked through approved centers; our plans only cover preparation.
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