🇫🇷 France · Ancestry

Déclaration de nationalité française du frère ou de la sœur d'un Français — requirements, costs & how to apply

Official source Updated 2026-06-25 · Government page ↗

Who is eligible

Minimum monthly income€3,449
Minimum annual salary€41,386
Work experience3+ years
Age range18–65

Costs

Application / consular fee€350

Duration & renewal

Initial stay: 12 months.

How to apply

  1. Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
  2. Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F33800?lang=en.

Frequently asked

How much income do I need?

You must show €3,449.

Sources & verification

Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.

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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-25.

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