The livret du citoyen (citizen's handbook)

Here is the essential knowledge for the examen civique (France's civic exam), gathered in one place. Each theme brings together the important facts, explained simply, with their official sources and a short drill to check you've really got it.

The exam covers these 5 themes and 26 sections. Tick each section once revised: your progress is kept on this device.

Last checked: 17 juillet 2026

Study in French. The exam is taken in French, so the facts below stay in the original. Learning them in French — the exact words and phrasing — is the surest way to recognise them on exam day.