Where to take the civic exam
In person, at an approved centre. Two official operators run the centres, and you book your slot during online registration.
In person only
At an approved centre, on a computer or tablet. There is no online exam.
Two official operators
Le français des affaires (CCI) and France Éducation International.
Fee set by each centre
Shown during registration. There is no single national price.
Find your centre
Each operator runs its own network. Check both: the nearest open slot can be with either one.
Le français des affaires
CCI Paris Île-de-France
The CCI network of approved centres across France.
France Éducation International
FEI
The public operator, with its own map of approved centres.
Booking in 4 steps
- 1
Create a candidate account with the operator of your choice.
- 2
Select the variant that matches your application: CSP, CR or naturalisation.
- 3
Pick an approved centre and a time slot near you.
- 4
Pay the centre's fee and receive your confirmation by email.
Good to know
You live abroad
Contact the Institut français, the Alliance française or the French consulate in your country of residence.
Details on service-public.frYou are over 65
You are exempt for the multi-year residence permit and the resident card: nothing to book. The age exemption does not apply to naturalisation.
Disability or chronic illness
Ask your operator for adapted exam conditions, using its medical form.
Quick questions
Is the exam always in person?
Yes. The exam takes place at an approved centre, on a computer or tablet. There is no remote option.
When should you book?
As soon as you know your variant. Available dates are shown during registration, and the nearest slots go first in large cities.
Which variant should you pick?
The one matching your application: CSP, CR or naturalisation. Each has its own official question list.
Go further
Sources: formation-civique.interieur.gouv.fr and service-public.fr. Links checked in July 2026.
Centre booked? Arrive ready.
Train on the real format: 40 questions, 45 minutes, official themes.