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French nationality through marriage: authorities may oppose on grounds of indignity or lack of assimilation

A foreigner married to a French citizen can apply for naturalization after four years of marriage.

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Authorities may refuse on grounds of indignity or lack of assimilation, even if legal conditions are met.

This procedure aims to ensure the effective integration of foreign spouses.

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Why it matters

Ce mécanisme de refus administratif souligne les limites du droit à la naturalisation par mariage, un sujet sensible en France où l'intégration des étrangers est régulièrement débattu. Il rappelle que la nationalité n'est pas automatique, même après un délai légal.

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