French citizenship

News, information and practical advice about French citizenship.

‘Proud and patriotic’ – The new French citizens able to vote for the first time

FRENCH CITIZENSHIP

Reader question: Does France allow dual nationality?

There are many reasons to apply for French citizenship: from getting the right to vote in elections to faster airport queues - but does it affect your original nationality?

POLITICS

Language tests and deportation for the unemployed – what a Marine Le Pen victory could mean for foreigners in France

HEALTH

‘Thank you France, for offering me citizenship to recognise my work during the pandemic’

TRAVEL

Living in France: What are the advantages of getting an EU passport?

FRENCH CITIZENSHIP

France gives citizenship to 12,000 foreigners who helped on front line during pandemic

FRENCH CITIZENSHIP

Fundraiser begins in France to help Americans to renounce US citizenship

BREXIT

FACTCHECK: Have 10,000 Brits really moved to France since the Brexit vote?

CULTURE

Philosophy, household chores and cheese – what might you be asked in the French citizenship interview?

LIVING IN FRANCE

Reader question: What’s the difference between French residency and citizenship?

BREXIT

Number of British nationals gaining French citizenship increases tenfold

LANGUAGE AND CULTURE

Am I eligible for French citizenship?