From what age do you have the right to vote? 18

Answer

18 ans18

Explanation

French women and men aged 18 or over who enjoy their civil and political rights may vote.

Source: Code électoral, article L2Updated 13 October 2026.Official question · answer and translation written by Recite

What the law says

Official text, in French

Code électoral, article L2

Sont électeurs les Françaises et Français âgés de dix-huit ans accomplis, jouissant de leurs droits civils et politiques et n'étant dans aucun cas d'incapacité prévu par la loi.

Read the article on legifrance.gouv.fr

Official text (Légifrance), checked on 16 October 2026.

The 4 options, in French as at the exam

18 ans18 (Correct answer)
16 ans16
21 ans21
25 ans25

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