Civic Exam in Bordeaux
Passing the Civic Exam is required to obtain a multi-year residence permit, a resident card, or French naturalisation.
At Newdeal Institut de Français Bordeaux, you can take the Civic Exam in a professional setting, on a computer, with a clear and well-organised process.
Take the Civic Exam in Bordeaux with Newdeal Institut
At Newdeal Institut de Français Bordeaux, you benefit from:
an officially accredited test centre
an on-site, computer-based exam session
a personalised and supportive welcome
a setting designed for an official exam
clear practical information (exam notice, schedule, documents to bring)
We guide you step by step, so this exam feels like a straightforward formality rather than a stressful challenge.
Who is the Civic Exam for?
You may need to take the Civic Exam if you are an adult, live in France, and are applying for:
- a multi-year residence permit (CSP)
- a resident card (CR)
- French naturalisation
Whether you have recently arrived or have been living in France for years, the Civic Exam is now essential.
When registering, make sure you select the exam version that matches your situation.
For residence permit procedures, the exam must be taken before you submit your application, because the pass certificate is required when your file is created.
You can take the exam at any time and retake it as many times as necessary.
The pass certificate has no expiry date.
Administrative rules, exemptions, and required documents depend on your personal situation. Always refer to the official sources of the Ministry of the Interior.
Civic Exam format and procedure
The Civic Exam is a computer-based multiple-choice test (MCQ) in French with 40 questions (see table below).
The difficulty and language level depend on your procedure:
Multi-year residence permit: A2 level
Resident card: B1 level
Naturalisation: B2 level
To pass, you must score at least 32 correct answers out of 40 (80%).
An official pass certificate is issued once you successfully complete the test.
| EXAMEN CIVIQUE - QCM 40 Questions | |
|---|---|
| CONNAISSANCES GENERALES - 28 Questions | |
| Principes et valeurs de la République | 5 Questions |
| Système institutionnel et politique | 6 Questions |
| Droits et devoirs | 5 Questions |
| Histoire, géographie et culture | 8 Questions |
| Vivre dans la société française | 4 Questions |
| MISE EN SITUATION - 12 QUESTIONS | |
| Principes et valeurs de la République | 6 Questions |
| Droits et devoirs | 6 Questions |
Duration
45 minutes
Assessed Skills
Principles and values of the Republic
Political and institutional system
Rights and duties
History, geography and culture
Living in French society
Format
Computer-based MCQ
40 questions total
Required score
Minimum 32 correct answers out of 40
The certificate is valid for
Certificate valid for life, delivered within 24 to 48 business hours
Don't forget
A valid ID document
+ your exam notice / confirmation
Price includes VAT
€70
for the test
Valid for
Multi-year residence permit
Resident card
French naturalisation application
Taking the Civic Exam in Bordeaux with Newdeal Institut
On exam day, arrive at the time indicated on your exam notice. The supervisor checks your ID and your exam notice, then asks you to confirm your personal details (last name, first name, date of birth, email), takes your photo and collects your signature.
These elements appear on your certificate, so make sure they are correct.
Remember on the day:
phones and electronic devices switched off and stored in a separate locked room with your belongings
no dictionary, no reference materials
no scrap paper, no notes
no entry once the test has started
no leaving the room during the test
Accepted ID: a residence permit for all candidates; passport or national ID card for EU citizens.
Results and certificate
Your results are sent within 24 to 48 business hours after the test. You receive an email with a link to a secure online digital vault; no paper certificate is issued.
The pass certificate is valid with no time limit. It is stored for 10 years, so save a copy for any use beyond this period.
If you do not pass, you can retake the Civic Exam as many times as you wish. A 1-day waiting period is required between two attempts.
Prepare using official resources
The Ministry of the Interior provides a dedicated civic training platform: formation-civique.interieur.gouv.fr
This training is part of the Republican Integration Contract (CIR) and complements the civic training delivered by OFII.
On the platform, you will find:
222 thematic fact sheets and structured content to revise
the exam syllabus
the official knowledge questions (situational questions are not available)
practical information about the exam process
the list of accredited test centres
Simple tip: revise regularly, even 10 to 15 minutes a day, focusing on the fact sheets and the knowledge questions.
FAQ
Choose the version that matches your procedure (multi-year residence permit, resident card, or naturalisation). If unsure, check your prefecture’s requirements or the official Ministry of the Interior page.
It has no expiry date.
Within 24 to 48 business hours.
Check your spam/junk folder. If needed, contact the test centre with your name, session date and the email used at registration.
No. It is an MCQ in French about the principles, values and functioning of French society, with knowledge questions and situational questions.
On the official Ministry of the Interior civic training platform. Knowledge questions are available, situational questions are not.
Yes, as many times as needed, with a minimum 1-day gap between attempts.
Yes. For multi-year residence permits and resident cards, the pass certificate is required when you submit your file.
Do you need to take the Civic Exam for your immigration procedure and have questions?
Newdeal Institute is also a examination centre for TCF IRN, DELF/DALF and TEF.
Click on the links to find out more and register for these French exams .
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