Civique · Examen civique (civic exam): key facts (2026)

What is the Civique · Examen civique (civic exam)?

First carte de séjour pluriannuelle or carte de résident (non-EU, CIR signatories); naturalisation and reintegration by decree. It is set by Ministère de l’Intérieur · CCI Paris Île-de-France · France Éducation internatio. Level: Civique.

Source: service-public.gouv.fr · checked 2026-09-29

Which parts does the Civique · Examen civique (civic exam) have and how long does it take?

2 parts: Questions de connaissance (Within the 45 minutes), Mises en situation (Within the 45 minutes). About 90 minutes of exam time in total.

Source: formation-civique.interieur.gouv.fr · checked 2026-09-29

How much does the Civique · Examen civique (civic exam) cost in 2026?

Registration fees are set by the centre (following ministry recommendations) and differ between centres. CCI: fees not refundable.

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What is the pass mark of the Civique · Examen civique (civic exam)?

32 of 40 correct (80%)

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When do I get the result of the Civique · Examen civique (civic exam)?

CCI Paris Île-de-France centres send results within 24 to 48 working hours.

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What if I fail the Civique · Examen civique (civic exam)? Can I retake it?

Retake as many times as needed before you apply; pass mark 32 of 40.

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How do I register for the Civique · Examen civique (civic exam)?

At an exam centre. No national dates: book a session at an approved centre of CCI Paris Île-de-France or France Éducation international, choosing the mention CSP, CR or naturalisation.

Source: lefrancaisdesaffaires.fr · checked 2026-09-29

How long is the waiting time for the Civique · Examen civique (civic exam)?

No waiting time is published; it depends on the centre. Places can be limited — book early.

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Where can I take the Civique · Examen civique (civic exam)?

Approved centres throughout mainland France and overseas. Maps: CCI centre finder and France Éducation international map (via Service-Public.fr).

Source: service-public.gouv.fr · checked 2026-09-29

Where can I practise for the Civique · Examen civique (civic exam) for free?

On EUpassway: free practice questions with an explanation for every answer and timed mock exams in the exam format, no account needed: https://eupassway.com/en/entrainement/questions-officielles — EUpassway is independent; the official sample exams of Ministère de l’Intérieur · CCI Paris Île-de-France · France Éducation internatio are linked in the exam guide: https://eupassway.com/en/guides/fr-civique.