Civic exam 2026: it's becoming decisive for residence permits, the resident card and naturalisation. Does it apply to me?
French civic exam · 2026

Pass the French civic exam, with confidence.

Practise the official questions and understand every mistake, explained in French, Arabic or English.

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100% official questions — from data.gouv.fr (Open Licence)
Matches the 2026 exam format: 40 questions, 32/40 to pass
Every answer explained in 3 languages: French, Arabic, English
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The civic exam can feel overwhelming

Between history, the values of the Republic and civic life, it's normal not to know where to start — especially while also preparing for the interview.

Your plan for calm, confident prep

Civinora turns the whole syllabus into a clear path: from official themes to mock exams, you move step by step and arrive confident on the day.

A path that fits your goal

Residence permit, resident card or naturalisation: Civinora adapts to your level.

Each path follows the requirements of the 2026 civic exam.

Three modes to learn, memorise and test yourself

Practice

Answer questions by theme and progress step by step.

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Revision cards

Memorise the essentials with clear flashcards.

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Mock exam

Test yourself under real, timed conditions.

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How it works

1

Choose a theme

Five official themes, from easiest to toughest.

2

Answer the quiz

Instant correction, just like exam day.

3

Understand with AI

Every mistake explained in your language.

A personalised, intelligent path

Your results become a concrete action plan.

Spot your gaps

Adaptive practice automatically targets your weak points across all themes.

Track your progress

See your mastery by theme and your progress, day after day.

Know what to revise

Recommendations tell you exactly what to revise, and when.

Naturalisation

Prepare for the naturalisation interview too

The individual interview at the prefecture is a key step. Practise it with a dedicated module.

Typical questions

The questions frequently asked during the interview.

Written practice

Answer each question in your own words, as you would out loud.

By category

Motivation, values, knowledge, integration, background: the five families of questions.

Learning method

A method designed to make things stick

Proven principles, built into every session.

Lasting memory

Spaced repetition

Each notion comes back at the ideal moment to lock it in.

Real-time correction

Instant feedback

Every answer is explained right away to fix mistakes.

Personalised path

Adaptive learning

Content adjusts to your level and your gaps.

Deep learning

Mastery-based progress

Master each notion before moving on to the next.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Civinora official?

No. It's an independent practice tool, not affiliated with the administration; only the official exam is authoritative.

Which languages?

Interface and explanations in French, Arabic and English.

How much does it cost?

You start for free, with no credit card. Then a one-time payment from €5.99 to €29.99 depending on the access period (7 days to 1 year), with no subscription and no automatic renewal.

Is it mobile-friendly?

Yes, the app is mobile-first, with an offline mode to revise on your commute.

Do you prepare the naturalisation interview?

Yes, a dedicated module trains you on the typical questions of the individual interview, in your own words.

How does preparation work?

Practice by theme, revision cards, spaced repetition and mock exams, with progress tracking.

Ready to prepare with confidence?

Join the candidates preparing the civic exam and interview with Civinora.

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