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French government confirms civics and language test exemption for over 65s

Over-65s will, in fact, be exempt from the new French language and civics test requirements for residency cards, which started on January 1st, 2026. The French government recently clarified to The ...

France tightens residency and citizenship rules with mandatory language and civic tests

France has raised French language proficiency requirements and introduced a mandatory civic exam for certain long-term ...
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New language requirements tighten path to French residence and citizenship

Since January 1, 2026, the requirements for obtaining a long-term residence permit or French nationality have become more ...
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Do you need to take classes before the French language test?

Teacher Arnaud Ingrand conducts a French class for non-native speakers in Toulouse on December 20, 2023. Photo by Ed JONES / AFP As the new immigration law means that more people in France will need ...
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French placement policy and test

The Basic French Language Program consists of first- and second-year French language instruction. The program consists of two, four-credit first-year courses (FREN 111 and FREN 112) and two ...
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For his Canadian citizenship, Quebec resident had to pass a Parisian French test. He wonders why

When Rev. Christian Schreiner first looked into taking a mandatory French language test to obtain his Canadian citizenship, he was shocked to find out his exam would be sent to France for final ...