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France Tightens Citizenship Rules, Clooney Family Exempt

1/9/2026

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France has introduced tougher requirements for citizenship and multi-year visas, with new tests that assess applicants more rigorously.
The segment notes why Hollywood actor George Clooney and his family were exempt from these requirements.
The analysis appears on the show “Entre Nous” and aims to clarify the changes in France's immigration policies.
The reforms could tighten eligibility and affect processing timelines for applicants.

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Story summary

France has introduced tougher requirements for citizenship and multi-year visas, with new tests that assess applicants more rigorously.
The segment notes why Hollywood actor George Clooney and his family were exempt from these requirements.
The analysis appears on the show “Entre Nous” and aims to clarify the changes in France's immigration policies.
The reforms could tighten eligibility and affect processing timelines for applicants.