The Essentials (confirmed)
- As of 01/01/2026, passing the civic exam is required for certain procedures (CSP/CR and naturalization). (source)
- Official format: digital MCQ, up to 45 minutes, 40 questions (28 knowledge + 12 situational). (source)
- Announced passing threshold: 80% (32/40). (source)
- The exam must be taken before submitting the application (according to Service-Public). (source)
- Official lists of knowledge questions are published; situational questions are not available online (prefectural announcement). (source)
How to Prepare (simple method)
- Read the official themes (values, institutions, rights/duties, benchmarks).
- Take a timed mock MCQ, then note your mistakes by theme.
- Revise only the themes where you hesitate, then retake an MCQ.
Examples of Questions (official lists)
The official lists of knowledge questions are published online. Examples (selection):
- What is civic training?
- Where can you see the motto of the Republic?
- What does the word "fraternity" mean in the French motto?
- What is the motto of the French Republic?
- Who is Marianne?
- What does the principle of secularism allow?
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To Go Further
Sources (official)
- Service-Public (A18713)
- Service-Public (F34501)
- Prefecture of Vaucluse (announcement)
- Civic training (platform)
- FEI (centers / candidate info)
- Citizen's booklet (PDF)
Independent tool. The explanations below are provided as a revision aid. Always verify important information on official sites.