2026 Reference Framework
Everything You Need to Know About the French Civic Exam
Required for initial applications for CSP, 10-Year Resident Card, and Naturalization.
Official Test Format
Volume
40 questions
28 knowledge + 12 scenarios
Duration
45 minutes
Autonomous time management
Passing Threshold
32 / 40
80% correct answers required
The 5 Official Program Themes
1. Principles and values of the Republic
Secularism, freedom of conscience, gender equality, republican motto, and fraternity.
2. Institutional and political system
Separation of powers, roles of the President and Parliament, voting, and the justice system.
3. Rights and duties of citizens
Compulsory education, taxes, compliance with the law, fundamental freedoms, and national defense.
4. History, geography, and cultural landmarks
Key historical dates (1789, 1944), national symbols, geography of France, and the European Union.
5. Living in French society
Public services, daily life, healthcare, employment, environmental awareness, and mutual respect.
Evaluate your level in 5 minutes
10 free questions from the 5 official themes to measure your starting score.