French residence card: prepare for the civic exam

Choose the residence card track, practise its questions, then review your mistakes. Preparing for an exam and applying for a residence card are separate steps.

Official source

The requirement applies to certain first residence cards, with exceptions. Check your circumstances with Service Public.

Official source — Service Public

Updated 2 November 2026

Build a revision habit

After a session, identify difficult concepts. Return to them a few days later and test yourself without looking at the answer. Alternate knowledge questions with scenarios.

Select your track before starting. Scenarios are original learning material; answers are not an official answer key. Practice results do not predict the administration’s decision.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this an official exam?

No. This is independent preparation. The questions and choices in the practice exam remain in French.

Answers and explanations are written by CiviqueStep. Independent service, not affiliated with the ministry.