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Student visa

France

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Processing time

Varies by France-Visas centre, consulate and Campus France procedure

Success rate

Not published

Duration

Long-stay student visa generally 4 to 12 months before renewal or residence steps

Requirements

4 items
  • Admission or pre-enrolment at a French higher-education institution
  • Completion of the Études en France procedure where it applies
  • Evidence of sufficient funds, accommodation and insurance where required
  • Academic, language and identity documents requested by France-Visas

Process overview

Total: Varies by France-Visas centre, consulate and Campus France procedure
  1. 1

    Confirm eligibility

    Before applying

    Use the linked issuing-authority page and the route-specific document list.

  2. 2

    Prepare and submit

    Application stage

    Apply through the official online service, recognised sponsor, embassy or consulate, as applicable.

  3. 3

    Authority assessment

    Varies by France-Visas centre, consulate and Campus France procedure

    Published service standards are not approval guarantees and can vary by location and case complexity.

  4. 4

    Complete post-approval steps

    After approval

    Finish entry, registration or residence-permit formalities required by the destination country.

Cost breakdown

No fixed amount is shown because the official fee depends on the route, applicant or application location.

Student visa fees can differ for Études en France countries and exemptions. Fees and eligibility can change. Confirm the current amount and conditions on the linked official source before applying.

Top cities

ParisVersaillesBoulogne-BillancourtLyonGrenobleSaint-Etienne