Naturalisation in the canton of Fribourg
The canton of Fribourg has no written test: knowledge is checked in an interview. Naturalisation costs CHF 800 to 2’500.
By Kai SchniderUpdated:
Is there a naturalisation test in Fribourg?
FribourgFR
No written test. Knowledge is assessed in interviews, first at the cantonal office.
Source: fr.ch, checked on 11 November 2026
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Fact sheet
- Capital
- Fribourg
- Language
- German, French
- Population
- 346’674
- Abbreviation
- FR
Requirements
- Residence in Switzerland
- At least 10 years
- Residence in the canton of Fribourg
- At least 3 years
- Residence in the municipality
- Depends on the municipality, 0 to 3 years
- Language level
- At least B1 spoken, A2 written, in German, French
- Residence permit
- C permit (settlement permit)
- Basic knowledge
- In an interview
Source: LDCF art. 8, 9, BüV Art. 6, fr.ch, checked on 12 November 2026
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Cost of naturalisation in Fribourg
CHF 800 to 2’500 total cost, depending on the municipality
| Authority | CHF |
|---|---|
| Confederation | 100 |
| Canton | 400 to 900 |
| Municipality | 300 to 1’500 |
| Total | 800 to 2’500 |
Fees as set by the canton and municipalities, as a guide. Your municipality issues the exact bill.
Duration and specifics
The process in Fribourg usually takes 12 to 24 months.
Bilingual canton (German/French). No written test: knowledge is assessed in interviews.
The process in Fribourg: 5 steps
Ordinary naturalisation in Fribourg follows a set process. Integration, residence, language and knowledge are checked.
Check the requirements
At least 10 years of residence in Switzerland, of which 3 years in the canton. Each municipality sets its own period, 0 to 3 years. Plus the C permit.
Proof of language
At least level B1 spoken and A2 written in the official language. Recognised certificates include fide, Goethe, telc and DELF/DALF.
Submit the application
The application goes to your municipality or the canton. You hand in the documents, pay the fees and prove your identity.
Show basic knowledge
There is no written test. Knowledge is checked in an interview.
Interview and decision
Municipality, canton and Confederation decide one after the other. From application to decision usually takes 12 to 24 months.
Documents you need
Depending on your case, the municipality asks for more documents. These are almost always required in Fribourg:
- C permit (settlement permit)
- Valid passport or ID card
- Birth certificate, and marriage certificate if married
- Recent extract from the Swiss criminal record (Strafregisterauszug)
- Extract from the debt collection register (Betreibungsregisterauszug) for the last 5 years
- Confirmation from OASI (AHV/AVS) and the tax office that you have no outstanding debts
- Language certificate (at least B1 spoken, A2 written)
- Proof of years of residence (residence confirmations)
Ask your municipality first.
Before you apply, get the current checklist. Requirements change from time to time.
Naturalisation documents: the complete checklist for your application
How to prepare in Fribourg
In Fribourg there is no written test. You answer in an interview, in your own words. It helps to know the reason behind each answer: that is why every question here comes with an explanation.
The practice questions are in German and French. You are tested in the official language of your canton, and in 25 of the 26 cantons that is German or French. Practising in that language means you know the words when you hear them in the test or the interview.
25 questions in German or French, no account needed.
This is what a practice question looks like. They are available in German and French.
Frequently asked questions about naturalisation in Fribourg
Do I have to take a naturalisation test in the canton of Fribourg?
The canton of Fribourg has no written test: knowledge is checked in an interview. Source: fr.ch, checked on 11 November 2026.
Can I go through naturalisation in Fribourg in German or French?
Yes, Fribourg is a bilingual canton. You can complete the process in German or French, depending on your municipality’s official language. In bilingual municipalities you have a choice. There is no written test, knowledge is assessed in interviews.
How long do I need to live in the Canton of Fribourg?
In the Canton of Fribourg you need at least 3 years of residence in the canton, 2 of them within the 5 years before the application. The municipality may require at most 3 years of residence on its territory, so check with your municipality. A total of 10 years of residence in Switzerland is required.
How much does naturalisation cost in the Canton of Fribourg?
Total costs range from CHF 800 to CHF 2’500. The cantonal fee is CHF 400 to 900 and the municipal fee CHF 300 to 1’500.
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Neighbouring cantons
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