Details of naturalization requirements for French immigrants

France is the most economically developed country in the world. Who can apply for French nationality? Here, I have compiled the naturalization requirements of French immigrants, hoping to help you.

1. Details of naturalization requirements for French immigrants

I. Conditions for staying in France

Foreigners who want to apply for French nationality must live in France for five years before they can apply for naturalization. However, this residence period can also be shortened from 5 years to 2 years according to the situation, but the following conditions are met:

-If the applicant has obtained a diploma from a French university;

-The applicant has made an important contribution to France by virtue of his ability and talent;

As long as you meet either of the above two conditions, you can apply for naturalization after living in France for 2 years.

In addition, if one of the following conditions is met, the restriction on the length of stay in France can be waived, that is, it is no longer necessary to abide by the restriction on the length of stay in France:

-If one or both parents are French nationals, if their minor foreign children apply for French citizenship, there is no need for a five-year residence restriction;

Foreign spouses and adult children of naturalized persons do not have to abide by residence restrictions if they apply for naturalization;

-People who have served in the French army; In addition, according to the law of1999 65438+29 February, foreigners serving in the French army, usually serving in foreign legions, can be naturalized on the advice of the Ministry of National Defense if they are injured while carrying out orders. At this time, this naturalization requires neither the length of residence nor the conditions for integration.

-Foreigners born in places where France used to exercise sovereignty, protection and territorial rights.

-people who have made great contributions to France or have special value to France (such as artists, intellectuals and outstanding athletes). ).

-People who have been granted asylum in France.

-Citizens of countries whose mother tongue is French can also apply for French nationality, regardless of the residence period.

Two, although not actually living in France, but also counted as effective residence.

In some cases, although the foreigner concerned does not actually live in France, it is counted as living in France. The situation is as follows:

-People who engage in professional activities in foreign countries that benefit France, and people who serve institutions with special economic or cultural interests in France in foreign countries, regardless of their positions. Even if he is a native of a foreign country, he has the right to apply for naturalization.

-People who live in Monaco.

-Those who have been sent abroad because of their service.

Third, we must integrate into France.

There is also a necessary condition for applying for naturalization, that is, the applicant must "integrate into French society." This condition is stipulated in Article 2 1 Paragraph 24 of the Civil Code.

This integration is mainly manifested in mastering French and accepting French customs and moral habits. The mastery of French is not the same standard for everyone, but depends on the applicant's social environment, professional characteristics, family status and other aspects. Therefore, the administrative authorities are required to relax the conditions for the elderly and mothers of families with many children, instead of treating them with language requirements for others.

* The French proficiency of the applicant will be observed in two situations. First of all, the staff of the provincial government will meet and talk with the applicant after receiving the application, and the staff of the French consulate abroad will also evaluate the language level when meeting the applicant. After such an appointment, French officials should make a record and list comments.

Note that if you are refused naturalization because of your poor French, the applicant can appeal if he thinks his language has passed the standard: first, appeal to the administrative department, which will conduct a new formal interview for the applicant; The second is to appeal to the administrative court, which requires the court bailiff to measure your French level in advance.

Polygamy is the main obstacle for naturalization applicants in observing customs and habits. Therefore, if there are people who are polygamous (referring to polygamy recognized by law), the naturalization application will be rejected. This mainly refers to foreigners in North Africa and Black Africa.

Fourth, good conduct is also a condition.

Applicants for French nationality are also under investigation.

This survey is mainly about the administrative review of the applicant's criminal record. The record of being sentenced and the charges convicted will be regarded as the reasons for refusing the application. Although some people have been sentenced and pardoned, they will also be taken into account. Because being pardoned by itself cannot eliminate the sentence imposed on the parties for breaking the law.

Not only in France, but also abroad will be included in the survey. Anyone who has not lived in France for 10 years must show his criminal record documents of his country of residence (or country of origin) before applying for 10 years.

Note that not every word will be regarded as bad behavior. If you are sentenced for economic matters, it can be regarded as an exception. However, if you are sentenced for tax evasion, it can be regarded as bad conduct. In addition, acting as a matchmaker and trying to bribe civil servants is also a serious crime of dereliction of duty. Participating in activities and organizations that endanger public order in France, causing harm to French national defense, is regarded as bad behavior.

2. Overview of France

Education system

-The French government attaches great importance to education, giving priority to education and emphasizing citizens' right to education and equal opportunities. In 20 16, it became the third largest receiving country for international students after the United States and Britain. France's education system is divided into four levels: preschool education, primary school, middle school and higher education.

-Especially the elite education that the French are proud of, that is, the elite education in higher education, aims to overcome the disadvantages that the traditional student training theory in comprehensive universities is divorced from reality. More than 200 years' experience has shaped the teaching style that has nothing in common all over the world. Elite education is mainly awarded by higher vocational colleges, including engineers' colleges, teachers' colleges, business schools, research institutions and administrative colleges.

Comprehensive social security system

The social security system in France can be roughly divided into medical care, old-age security, family welfare and unemployment insurance. The system is guided by public demand and combines insurance and assistance. France's health care system is funded by the government-supported national health insurance, universal health insurance. According to the assessment of the World Health Organization, France has a "close overall medical care" system. France's annual expenditure on health care accounts for about 1 1.6% of GDP, which is higher than the European average, and about 77% of it is paid by institutions funded by the French government.

3. Benefits of emigrating to France

First, a sound education system.

As a representative feature of France, many parents in China yearn for it. Therefore, when we can give our children a better learning environment, we often try our best to create better opportunities for them. Therefore, France's advanced teaching system, perfect education service and responsible education for every child, everyone in France can receive high-quality education in universities, and every child is equal, so many parents in China will take a fancy to this.

Second: sound social welfare.

In France, we are not afraid of unemployment, because the national policy is very good, and there are all kinds of insurance, work insurance, first-class living allowance, medical allowance and pension, which can provide very good living guarantee for people with allergies. Whether studying, working, getting married or having children, all kinds of subsidies can meet the needs of daily life and make our life better guaranteed and quality, so there is no pressure to consider. Children enjoy international education. France is the third largest recipient of international students in the world. There are currently 278,000 international students in France (12% of the total number of French students).

Third: superior living environment.

The weather and climate in France are very suitable for people to live in, and it is also very easy to buy a house, find a job and start a business in France, so you can enjoy a very superior living environment in France, and the burden of life is not as great as that in China. There are too many phenomena that you can't go to school because you look down on illness, but it won't happen in France.

Fourth: permanent real estate property rights

In France, the ownership of land and real estate is permanent, can be transferred to spouses, descendants and others, and can be passed down from generation to generation. High return on investment Compared with domestic housing prices, European real estate prices have gradually been accepted by ordinary investors, with high cost performance. Mature management French real estate management is very mature, both property management and entrusted management are managed by professional companies.

So these are the reasons why people like to immigrate to France one after another. When we can provide a better life for our families, we must seize the opportunity and strive for more possibilities. It is for the above reasons that China people immigrate to France in large numbers. Some additional policies in China, because of greater living advantages, always strengthen the people's concept of immigration.