Citizenship checklist
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Before applying
Confirm 5 years legal residence (4 if married)
Obtain B1 French certificate (TCF/DELF)
Prepare for the civic knowledge test
Provide proof of stable income
Application
Submit dossier to Préfecture
Pay €55 stamp duty
Attend the assimilation interview
Take the civic knowledge test
After approval
Confirm naturalisation decree in Journal Officiel
Attend the welcome ceremony
Apply for French ID card (CNI)
Optional
Apply for a French passport
Optional