Examen civique | Alliance française de Cayenne

The civic exam is mandatory for foreign nationals wishing to obtain an initial multi-year residence permit (carte de séjour pluriannuelle) or a resident card (carte de résident).

As of January 1 2026, a certificate of achievement is required when submitting the application.

The exam consists of 40 multiple-choice questions in French, covering the values of the Republic, rights and duties, institutions, and social life in France.

To help you prepare, the Ministry of the Interior provides the following resources:

Official exam syllabus: Civic Exam — Civic Training
Revision sheets: Thematic Factsheets — Civic Training
Sample questions:
Multi-year residence permit : Official Knowledge Questions List - CSP — Civic Training
Resident card: : Official Knowledge Questions List - CR — Civic Training
Registration procedures and list of accredited centers: General Information on the Civic Exam — Civic Training

The Alliance Française de Cayenne supports candidates in their language preparation and can guide you through the process.

To choose your examination center: Examination Centers | France Education International
To pre-register : Civic Test