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VISA
Key information and steps to obtain your student visa and start your adventure in France
The most important things you need to know
Prepare your VISA properly
- Where is the closest French consulate from me?
- What is the DAP (Demande d'Admission préalable) process like ? Who is concerned ?
- What is Parcoursup, I am concerned by this process?
- Why do I need an Irrevocable Transfer Confirmation
- What's Campus Art 🎨?
- What are the reasons for visa rejection?
- Where can I find my Campus France identification number ?
- What documents are required for the VISA?
- When should I start the visa process?
- How does the VISA process work?
- How long does it take to get a visa?
- What are the different types of student visas in France?
- What is an irrevocable bank deposit?
- Conditions on the financial guarantor - student visa
After your arrival in France
- How do I pay for the stamp online?
- What is OFII?
- Should I validate my VISA?
- How to validate my student visa?
- How do I apply for a residence permit?
- I am missing some documents to apply for a residence permit, how can I do ?
- How do I pay for my visa validation without a credit card ?
- What is the list of the Prefectures in France?