In accordance with the French act of 21 March 1884, as amended by the act of 12 March 1920, the FPAP is constituted in the form of a trade association.
Conforme a la legislación francesa (Ley de 21 de marzo de 1884, modificada por la Ley de 12 de marzo de 1920), el FPAP reviste la forma de sindicato profesional.