1. law, govt and politics
2. armed forces
3. army

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Téléphone : (33) 06 48 10 73 97
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Compagnie de recrutement de la Légion étrangère
Fort de Nogent - Boulevard du 25 aout 1944
94125 Fontenay sous bois Cedex
 Téléphone : 01 49 74 51 38 or
email: [email protected]
EVALUATION FORM
WHAT TO NOTE, PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE FILLING THE INFORMATION ON THE LAST
PAGE.
So, how to join the French Foreign Legion? The only possibility to join the Foreign
Legion is to go to mainland France (in EUROPE) and knock on the door of one of the
Foreign Legion recruiting centers (free board, lodging and clothing are immediately
provided by the Legion). You will be enlisted as a single man, even if you are married.
The first contract you sign up is for 5 years.
Entry Requirements to join the French Foreign Legion
What DOES matter?
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To be a man between 19 and 38 years
(for more detailed information about the age limit see: What is the age limit for
joining the French Foreign Legion exactly?)
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To have a valid ID – the presentation of any identity cards (on current
validity) delivered by the State of membership of the candidate is asked so as
to facilitate the process of selection and recruitment (ID card, passport,
driving licenses, diplomas of state); in every case, an act or a birth certificate
with filiations will be required before the end of the first year of contract (so
it is better to take it with you).
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To be NOT wanted by Interpol (NO murders, NO drug trafficking).
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD CONDUCT IS A MUST.
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To be physically fit to serve at all times and in all places for minimum 5
years
What does NOT matter?
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Your knowledge of the French language doesn’t matter
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Your origins doesn’t matter
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Your nationality doesn’t matter
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Your religion doesn’t matter
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Your educational background doesn’t matter
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Téléphone : (33) 01 49 74 51 38
Téléphone : (33) 06 48 10 73 97
o Adresse postale :
Compagnie de recrutement de la Légion étrangère
Fort de Nogent - Boulevard du 25 aout 1944
94125 Fontenay sous bois Cedex
 Téléphone : 01 49 74 51 38 or
email: [email protected]
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Your qualifications doesn’t matter
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Your social status doesn’t matter
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Your professional status doesn’t matter
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Your marital or family status doesn’t matter (you’ll be enlisted as single).
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Your non-military background doesn’t matter
Career in the French Foreign Legion
Any legionnaire can build a career not on school diplomas or professional or civilian
qualifications, but by taking military or technical examinations throughout his
service. If you have good potential, if you are motivated, hard working and serious,
the following careers are possible.
Combat specialties:
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sniper
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tank driver
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paratrooper
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sapper
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machine gunner
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anti-tank rocket launcher
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armored vehicle driver
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and other…
Administration:
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secretary
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accountant
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data-processing support
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computer support
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Téléphone : (33) 06 48 10 73 97
o Adresse postale :
Compagnie de recrutement de la Légion étrangère
Fort de Nogent - Boulevard du 25 aout 1944
94125 Fontenay sous bois Cedex
 Téléphone : 01 49 74 51 38 or
email: [email protected]
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and other…
Signals:
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radio operator
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radio mechanic
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telephone exchange operator
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and other…
Control:
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light vehicle driver
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truck driver
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articulated truck driver
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bus driver
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dredge driver
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and other…
Maintenance:
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mechanic
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electrician
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welder
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painter
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small arms expert
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and other…
Miscellaneous:
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paramedic
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Téléphone : (33) 06 48 10 73 97
o Adresse postale :
Compagnie de recrutement de la Légion étrangère
Fort de Nogent - Boulevard du 25 aout 1944
94125 Fontenay sous bois Cedex
 Téléphone : 01 49 74 51 38 or
email: [email protected]
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data processing specialist
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physical education instructor
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graphic designer
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musician
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photographer
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cook
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And other…
25% of legionnaires will become the non-commissioned officers (N.C.O.). All NCOs
in the Legion started as simple legionnaires.
10% of Legion officers started their career as simple legionnaires and worked up
through the ranks.
Pay in the French Foreign Legion
A legionnaire is clothed, fed, accommodated, and medically cared for. Your salary
also depends upon your rank, qualifications and time of service.
Pay per month (GB Pound) (after various deductions, excluding social security
deduction):
RANK
SERVICE 1°RE 2°REP * 3°REI ** 13°DBLE ***
Legionnaire 10 months 1205 € 1460 € 1433 € 3567 €
Caporal
03 years 1226 € 1480 € 1452 € 3626 €
Caporal-chef 10 years 1303 € 1607 € 1600 € 3939 €
Sergent
07 years 1351 € 1648 € 1650 € 3929 €
Sergent-chef 10 years 1779 € 2095 € 1945 € 4186 €
Adjudant 17 years 2007 € 2140 € 2180 € 4748 €
Adjudant-chef 21 years 2078 € 2427 € 2477 € 4818 €
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Téléphone : (33) 06 48 10 73 97
o Adresse postale :
Compagnie de recrutement de la Légion étrangère
Fort de Nogent - Boulevard du 25 aout 1944
94125 Fontenay sous bois Cedex
 Téléphone : 01 49 74 51 38 or
email: [email protected]
Entry Tests of the French Foreign Legion
1. Psycho-technical tests
2. Sports tests
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Luc leger (a rhythmic race, alternating 20 meters distance; running
speed is determined by beeps at set intervals with increasing frequency
– make at least 7 landings)
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Pullups (make at least 4 pullups)
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Cooper test (2800 meters in 12 minutes)
3. Medical tests
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You will pass a medical visit (It is better you do medical test in your
country to be sure)
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Be sure you have healthy teeth (or treated)
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Maximum number of missing teeth between 4 and 6,
depending on the value of the teeth
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Masticatory coefficient (to have quite healthy teeth) greater
than or equal to 40%
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Provide all documents concerning medical surgery or a recent
document describing that there is currently no sequelae.
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Provide medical documentation regarding previous serious illness
and now healed (certificate healing / treatment)
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Provide your health record if the existence of these
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Téléphone : (33) 06 48 10 73 97
o Adresse postale :
Compagnie de recrutement de la Légion étrangère
Fort de Nogent - Boulevard du 25 aout 1944
94125 Fontenay sous bois Cedex
 Téléphone : 01 49 74 51 38 or
email: [email protected]
Examples of causes of incapacity:
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tuberculosis
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hepatitis
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cancer
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HIV
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diabetes
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overload weight
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a psychiatric disorder during treatment
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a view too low
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bad hearing (you pass a sound hearing test – it tests your ears at
different frequencies)
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total loss of a finger
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laxity of the knee
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recurrent dislocation of the patella
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hernia recovery with after-effects (recurrent hernia problems)
What to take with you to the French Foreign Legion if successful.
The number-one rule in packing for an enlistement to the Legion is to pack lightly.
You HAVE TO take with you:
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All documents already stated above (ID card, …)
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Briefs and socks for 3 days
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A pair of trainer/sneaker
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Vanity case/toiletries:
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soap/shower gel
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Téléphone : (33) 01 49 74 51 38
Téléphone : (33) 06 48 10 73 97
o Adresse postale :
Compagnie de recrutement de la Légion étrangère
Fort de Nogent - Boulevard du 25 aout 1944
94125 Fontenay sous bois Cedex
 Téléphone : 01 49 74 51 38 or
email: [email protected]
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razor + lather
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toothbrush
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toothpaste
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bath towel
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bath shoes/slippers
Do NOT take with you:
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computer/laptop/tablet
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camera
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big amount of money (+500 euros/+500 USD)
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Gun, knife…
Where to enlist in the French Foreign Legion: Recruiting centers
You can be enlisted in mainland France only. So, you have to travel to mainland
France (in Europe) to join the Foreign Legion. You can be enlisted in one of the 11
Foreign Legion recruiting centers, which are composed of 2 pre – selection centers
and 9 information offices. Once you are enlisted, free board, lodging and clothing are
immediately provided by the Legion.
TRAVELLING AND VISA EXPENSES (IF NEEDED) ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Enlisting in the Foreign Legion recruiting centers or pre – selection centers in Paris
and Aubagne is Monday-to-Friday days between 8h-17h.
IF YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD WELL THE ABOVE
INFORMATION, KINDLY FILL OUT THE QUESTIONNAIRE
BELOW AND SEND IT BACK.
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o Adresse postale :
Compagnie de recrutement de la Légion étrangère
Fort de Nogent - Boulevard du 25 aout 1944
94125 Fontenay sous bois Cedex
 Téléphone : 01 49 74 51 38 or
email: [email protected]
INTERVIEWEE NAME:___________________________________ DATE:__________
EMAIL ADDRESS: ____________________________ Tel: ____________________
AGE: ____________ (Very important you must be between 18 years to 40 Years)
All applicants are expected to have an appropriate cover letter and resume. Interviewer: Please place
an X in the appropriate box and make comments that would be helpful for the interviewee in
improving their interviewing skills.
APPEARANCE
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Dress
Grooming
Body Language
Eye Contact
CHARACTERISTICS
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Responsible
Outgoing
Open
Dedicated
Poise
Maturity
Professional
Verbal/Persuasive
Ability to learn
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o Adresse postale :
Compagnie de recrutement de la Légion étrangère
Fort de Nogent - Boulevard du 25 aout 1944
94125 Fontenay sous bois Cedex
 Téléphone : 01 49 74 51 38 or
email: [email protected]
GOALS/PERCEPTION OF SELF
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Realistic appraisal of self
Reason for interest in field
Realistic career goals
If given a chance, how can you meet the expectation/expenses?
Brief Explanation
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Training
Accomplishments
Skills
Relevant Experience
Potential
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Téléphone : (33) 01 49 74 51 38
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o Adresse postale :
Compagnie de recrutement de la Légion étrangère
Fort de Nogent - Boulevard du 25 aout 1944
94125 Fontenay sous bois Cedex
 Téléphone : 01 49 74 51 38 or
email: [email protected]
DECISION MAKING/PROBLEM
SOLVING
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Creativity
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REASONS FOR SELECTING
PARTICULAR ORGANIZATION
Commitment
Knowledge of Organization
Knowledge of Industry
JOB EXPECTATIONS
Realistic
Match employer's needs
LONG TERM OBJECTIVES
Realistic
Potential to grow
Kindly note that if you haven’t heard from us
within three days, consider your application
rejected.
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Téléphone : (33) 01 49 74 51 38
Téléphone : (33) 06 48 10 73 97
o Adresse postale :
Compagnie de recrutement de la Légion étrangère
Fort de Nogent - Boulevard du 25 aout 1944
94125 Fontenay sous bois Cedex
 Téléphone : 01 49 74 51 38 or
email: [email protected]
OVERALL
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EVALUATION
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:
Checked by: __________________________ Approved by: _________________________