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France has set 18 as the minimum age for foreign nationals seeking citizenship through naturalization by decree, according to the country's official public service portal.
The requirement is outlined on the French government's website, which provides information on administrative procedures and eligibility requirements.
However, foreigners do not have to wait until their 18th birthday to begin the application process. The portal states that applications may be submitted from the age of 17, although naturalization requires applicants to reach the minimum age of 18.
France also has a separate provision for foreign children whose parents acquire French citizenship.
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A minor child may benefit from their parent's naturalization if they have lived in France with that parent for at least five years before the naturalization application is submitted.
This provision allows eligible children to acquire French nationality alongside a parent, subject to the applicable legal conditions.
Beyond the age threshold, applicants must meet several residence, legal and integration requirements.
Foreign nationals generally need to have lived in France for at least five years, although exceptions apply in certain circumstances.
