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Acquisition à la majorité par naissance et résidence en France — requirements, costs & how to apply

Official source Updated 2026-06-22 · Government page ↗

Who is eligible

Age range18–19

Duration & renewal

Citizenship possible after 18 years.

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/F295.

Sources & verification

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

Years to citizenship

“Si vous etes ne en France de parents etrangers, vous obtenez la nationalite francaise a l'age de 18 ans.”

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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 2026-06-22.

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