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You must be of good character and conduct, and certain convictions, such as a sentence of six months or more or terrorism-related offences, can bar naturalisation.
Yes. You must show stable and sufficient resources to support yourself and your dependents, as this is part of demonstrating integration.
A refusal can be on the grounds that conditions are not met (irrecevable) or that it is judged not opportune (inopportune), and you can appeal within set deadlines.
The standard requirement is five years of habitual residence in France, but this can be reduced to two years or waived entirely in certain cases.
Minor, unmarried children who usually live with you can acquire French nationality at the same time, provided they are named in your naturalisation decree.
You must show sufficient knowledge of French, demonstrated by a recognised diploma or language test at the required level, plus knowledge of French society through a civic exam.
It's French citizenship by naturalisation after meeting residence, language, integration and civic requirements. The standard residence requirement is five years, reduced to two for certain graduates and high-value profiles.
Expect to provide business registration or project documents, proof of financing or investment, your diploma or experience evidence, and a signed commitment to French republican principles.
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Citizenship — France