Guides & methods
Prefecture assimilation interview: 2026 walkthrough and prep
The assimilation interview at the prefecture is the final oral step of naturalization. Exact walkthrough, common questions, expected behavior, tips to succeed.
The arrêté of 10 October 2025 on the civic exam: what it actually says
Full breakdown of the arrêté of 10 October 2025 governing the French civic exam: scope, format, language levels (A2/B1/B2), permits concerned (CSP/CR/naturalization).
Civic exam for the long-term residence card (CR): 2026 guide
Civic exam for the long-term residence card 2026: format (40 Q / 45 min / 80%), B1 language level, conditions, how the test runs and how to prepare. Everything you need to pass.
Civic exam for the multi-year residence permit (CSP): the 2026 guide
CSP civic exam 2026: same format as naturalization (40 Q / 45 min / 80%), A2 language level, who is concerned, how the test runs and how to prepare. The complete guide.
CSP, CR or naturalization civic exam: what really changes in 2026
Full comparison: for CSP, long-term residence card and naturalization, the civic exam is the same (40 Q / 45 min / 80%). What changes is the language level required alongside it.
One civic exam, three levels of demand (CSP, CR, naturalization)
The same civic exam for CSP, long-term residence card and naturalization, but three parallel levels of demand (A2, B1, B2). How to adapt your prep to your permit.