What is the culture of French Guiana?
The local culture is heavily influenced by the French, though ethnic traditions are well preserved in Amerindian settlements. Minorities and indigenous groups contribute to the diversity of cultures in the territory, having maintained their dress and religious beliefs.
What religions are practiced in French Guiana?
The principal religious affiliation is Christianity (primarily Roman Catholicism), adhered to by more than four-fifths of the population.
Why did the French colonize French Guiana?
Consolidation of French rule After the Treaty of Paris in 1763, which deprived France of almost all her possessions in the Americas other than Guiana and a few islands, Louis XV sent thousands of settlers to Guiana who were lured there with stories of plentiful gold and easy fortunes to be made.
What is the cost of living in French Guiana?
Cost of Living in Kourou | French Guiana
| Cost of living | One person | Family of 4 |
|---|---|---|
| 🏨 Rent & Utilities | $632 | $1164 |
| 🍽️ Food | $488 | $1271 |
| 🚐 Transport | $59.9 | $164 |
| 💳 Monthly salary after tax | $2097 | |
How powerful is a French passport?
According to the Global Passport Power Rank 2020, French passport rank #4 as the most useful in the world along with the ones from Sweden or Noway. The mobility score is 170 (visa-free countries). French passport holders can visit 151 countries visa-free and 19 countries offer visas on arrival.
Why are passports in French?
Passports (and other official international documents) are often in French, because French has historically been the language of diplomacy.
Can I get a French passport if my wife is French?
You can only apply for French citizenship after four years of marriage (and cohabitation) with a French person. Furthermore, at least three of those years of wedded bliss must have been spent living in France. If you can’t prove that, the waiting time to apply for nationality is extended to five years.
Can I live in France if I am married to a French citizen?
If you are married to a French national for more than three years you can apply for permanent residence immediately, even if you have not lived in France during your marriage. If your marriage was less than three years ago, then you can apply after three years of holding a carte de séjour (residence permit).
Do you have to speak French to become a French citizen?
Language is of course not the only requirement for French naturalisation. There are two main routes to applying for citizenship, through residency or through marriage. As well as proving that you can speak French you also need to demonstrate an adequate knowledge of French history, culture and society.