The State representative in the territorial collectivity of Corsica is appointed by decree in the Council of Ministers. He represents each of the ministers and directs the State services under the conditions set by article 21-1 of loi n° 72-619 du 5 juillet 1972 portant création et organisation des régions.
The State representative in the territorial collectivity of Corsica is responsible for national interests, compliance with the law and administrative control. If not otherwise provided for by this title, he/she shall exercise the powers devolved to the representative of the State in the regions as delegate of the Government.
Under the conditions laid down by articles L. 4423-1 and L. 4425-21, he shall ensure that the authorities of the Corsican territorial collectivity exercise their powers in a regular manner.