You must register (or be registered by your legal representative) at the town hall of your domicile as soon as your sixteenth birthday or within the following 3 months. You must bring an identity document and the family certificate will then issued to you. 

The census will allow you:

- Register for exams and competitions subject to public authority control (BAC,BEP, driving license),

- To carry out the Defense Preparation Appeal Day (JAPD),

- If you wish, extend this day with a civilian or military volunteer service in the defense of the country.