What are the conditions to be naturalized French?

- Who is naturalization for?

You are concerned if you cannot have French nationality in another way.

For example, if you are married to a French man or woman, you can become French by declaration, subject to conditions.

If you are a father, mother, grandparent, brother or sister of a Frenchman, you can also make a declaration of French nationality, subject to conditions

- I have to live in France with my family to apply?

Yeah, for at least five years. Except in certain situations, for example if you are a refugee.

- What residence permit to have?

You must have a valid residence permit. If you're European, you don't need it.

- Do I have to speak French?

You must be able to speak and write in French. With an oral and written B1 level from the European Framework of Reference for Languages (CERL).

- I have to prove my integration in France?

You must have knowledge of the great dates of the history of France, and know the rights and duties of the citizen. We must also respect the values of the Republic: freedom, equality, fraternity.

- Will we check my behavior and my criminal record?

Yeah. Yeah. You must not have committed any act contrary to public order.