29/08/2026
If you are applying for your first Carte de résident, there are now additional integration requirements.
From 1 January 2026, qualifying non-EU applicants must generally: Demonstrate B1 French AND Pass the new civic examination
COMING IN PART 2
🇫🇷 The 5-year pathway
We'll look at:
• What regular residence actually means
• Which conditions you need to meet
• The new 2026 civic examination
• The B1 French requirement
• Who may be exempt
• What the exam looks like
So SAVE, REPOST AND TURN ON NOTIFICATION