"You must have knowledge of the French language and prove it via an oral and written exam to at least level B1(there are various documents that you can supply as proof). You must have a valid resident permit. You must be working or have worked in France sufficiently long enough to satisfy the authorities that you are fully integrated in France."
""There have been instances recently where retired expats in France, whose main income (pension etc) is from their country of birth, not France, has meant that their application has been refused" says Virginie. "And you must have paperwork of course" advises Virginie. "A long list of documents with the intention to prove your relationship to France through time spent here and integration through work, taxes, family, economic situation, language.""
"It's essential that those documents meet the requirements, miss something, get one wrong, and you'll likely fail your application and have to start again. "It is also really important to prepare the interview, as it is REALLY an interview on very specific matters" says Virginie, "even some French people could not answer some of the questions.""
French naturalization generally occurs by decree or through marriage and family links. Applicants usually must be over 18 and have lived in France for at least five years, with some exceptions for children born in France. Applicants must demonstrate French at a B1 level through oral and written exams and hold a valid residence permit. Stable work or sufficient employment history in France and clear integration into French society are required. Applicants must pass an exam on French history, culture, and society and provide comprehensive documentation proving residence, work, taxes, family ties, economic situation, and language ability. The interview demands specific preparation and attention to paperwork.
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