French naturalization by decree

Verified 18 July 2025 - Directorate of Legal and Administrative Information (Prime Minister)

Evolution of certain rules relating to French naturalization

From 1er in january 2026, the level of knowledge in french history, culture and business will be checked during a civic examination.

In particular, orders must set out the content of the online repository illustrating the areas and level of knowledge required, as well as the way in which the civic examination will be organized.

That's what the decree no. 2025-648 of 15 july 2025.

In the meantime, the information presented on this page remains current.

You are a foreigner and you want to apply for French nationality? Naturalization by decree is a procedure for acquiring French nationality. We tell you the information to know and the steps of the process.

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