NATURALIZATION

To obtain French nationality, you must meet certain conditions and follow a specific procedure. Here are the general steps to follow:

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1. Legal residence in France: You must have legally resided in France for at least five years continuously (or three years in certain specific cases, such as marriage to a French citizen).

2. Proof of residence: You will need to provide documents proving your residence in France, such as rent receipts, invoices, bank statements, employment contracts, etc.

3. Knowledge of the French language: You must demonstrate your knowledge of the French language by taking a language test, such as the TCF (Test de Connaissance du Français) or the DELF (Diplôme d'Études en Langue Française).

4. Integration into French society: You will need to prove your integration into French society by providing documents such as certificates of participation in associative activities, proof of work, French diplomas, etc.

5. Interview and assessment: You will be subject to an interview with the relevant authorities to assess your knowledge of French culture and values.

6. Naturalization Application: You will need to complete the naturalization application form and provide all required documents, such as your birth certificate, passport, passport photos, etc.

7. Decision and ceremony: After examining your request, a decision will be taken by the French authorities. If your application is accepted, you will be invited to attend a naturalization ceremony where you will take the oath and officially obtain French citizenship.

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It is important to note that these steps may vary depending on your individual situation as well as the type of naturalization procedure (marriage, brother and sister...). I therefore recommend that you make an appointment in our office for any support in your French nationality process.