If you are a UK National you can stay in France more than 90 days at a time. It is still possible for UK nationals (like Canadians, Americans & Australians) to live in France for 1 year to 4 years and also apply for permanent French Residency.
How long live in France for citizenship?
5 years
In order to apply for citizenship you need to have lived permanently and continuously in France for 5 years and fulfill certain conditions. There are two ways to apply for citizenship – by decree, or by declaration.
How long do you have to live in France to get a UK visa?
If you have been living in France for fewer than 5 years, you will be eligible for a card with 5 years’ validity. You will need to provide evidence of your personal situation (as a worker, self-sufficient person, student, job seeker, British family member, British spouse of a French national).
How long does it take for a British citizen to become a French citizen?
However, no changes will be made to the freedom of movement of British citizens to France until the UK’s exit from the EU is negotiated, estimated to take a minimum of two years. Should you choose permanent residence or French citizenship?
How long do you have to live in France to get a residency permit?
If you have been living in France for less than 5 years, you are eligible for a 5-year residency permit. You will need to provide evidence of your personal situation (as a worker, self-sufficient person, student, job seeker, British family member, British spouse of a French national).
What happens if you live in France for 10 years?
It does not allow you to vote but does allow you access to all the services of the French State. However you do retain your UK (or other) passport and UK citizenship is unaffected. After 10 years your Permanent Residency theoretically expires, but who knows what the situation will be then?
