First of all, you need to know that you are going to live an incredible experience in France. Sometimes, the paperwork and everything you have to go through will be confusing but no worries, we are here to help you.
You want to study in France, but you don't know where to start? Then this article is made for you!
The different categories of students :
You need to know in which category you belong:
- You are a European student
- You are a student living in Europe but you are not European
- You are a student under the « Etudes en France » procedure
- None of these cases concerns you
Depending on your category, the process will be different, click on your category to know the right procedure to follow.
If you have any doubts or questions about your status, you can send a message to hello@livin-france.com
The visa procedure
You have been accepted by your school and you received your prior approval for enrollment! ✔️
The next step is the most important: the VISA. No worries, we are here to help you get it approved. You will find a course on our platform that explains the procedure step by step. All you have to do is to let yourself be guided.
Livinfrance offers you its support and expertise to maximise your chance to get your Visa through this new service.
If you are a European student, you do not need to apply for a visa 😉
Accommodation
One of the most important points of your VISA application is going to be housing. It is an element that should not be neglected and is the main cause of visa refusal. Choosing the right accommodation for you will also make your experience in France better.
If you want to understand the procedure for renting accommodation in France, you can find our dedicated article.
With LivinFrance we make it easy for you to settle in France by offering ready-to-live-in rooms. Everything is already set up: internet, electricity, EVERYTHING. All you have to do is move in and unpack. All the rooms are eligible to the CAF and we even help you to get it!
Health/travel insurance
The health/travel insurance can be requested by the embassy for your visa application or by your school for your registration, so it is an important point for your arrival in France!
This insurance is often mandatory because it allows you to travel with serenity and make the most of your stay with nothing to worry about. Trip cancellation lost luggage, accident, or unexpected health expenses... All of this covered.
We found the right insurance for your needs and your student budget! Perfectly protected for your stay in France, all you have to do is enjoy.
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