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Is abortion allowed in France?
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Correct answer: Yes, within a precise regulated framework. Yes, abortion (IVG) is allowed. It must take place in a precise regulated framework, with a doctor or a midwife. Source: the Ministry of the Interior sheet “Un droit fondamental : le droit de disposer de son corps” (in French).
Sources: Sheet “Un droit fondamental : le droit de disposer de son corps” (French), read on 21 October 2026. Answer written by Hexaciv from this source. Hexaciv is an independent preparation tool. It is not an official website, is not linked to any government body and does not give legal advice. The authoritative source is the Ministry of the Interior's, cited on this page.
The four choices and why
- ✓ Yes, within a precise regulated frameworkOui, dans un cadre réglementé précisCorrect answer. Yes, abortion (IVG) is allowed. It must take place in a precise regulated framework, with a doctor or a midwife.
- ✗ No, it is forbidden by lawNon, il est interdit par la loiAbortion (IVG) is a right guaranteed by law.
- ✗ Yes, but only if the partner agreesOui, mais seulement si le partenaire est d'accordIt is available without the partner's permission.
- ✗ Yes, but only for married womenOui, mais seulement pour les femmes mariéesAll women can have access to it.
What the source says
« L’IVG doit être pratiquée dans un cadre réglementé précis. »
Sentence copied word for word from the source, in French, read on 21 October 2026.
How it reads on exam day
The exam is in French, so this is the question you will see: « Le recours à l'avortement est-il autorisé en France ? ». Learn the English idea above and the French words in the options.
This question is on the official list for the resident card (CR). The Ministry's wording: “Le recours à l'avortement est-il autorisé ?”.
Where the Ministry explains it
Sheet “Un droit fondamental : le droit de disposer de son corps” (French).
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