STUDY IN FRANCE
Are you planning to study in European countries?
Then France could be your first choice. Since decades, France has become one of the most popular Study Visa destination for the Internationl Students due to their:
- Smooth Visa Application Process,
- Variety of Courses,
- Affordable Tuition Fees
Moreover, this country offers multiple benefits to the international students like:
- Internships during the Study,
- Upto 5 Years Post Study Work Permit
More than 1,25,000 international students have got admissions in French Universities since 2022.
Eligibility Criteria for France Study Visa
International students who want to pursue their study in France need not to appear for English Language Test (IELTS/PTE). In order to prove their English proficiency students need to submit “Medium Of Instruction” (MOI).
Eligibility for France Student Visa:
- Student must have an academic percentage more than 50%.
- In order to pursue Bachelor’s Degree, student must not have more than 3 years of gap post 12th in Qualification. More than 5 years of gap is acceptable to do Masters in France.
- International students must need to provide legitimate documents in order to justify their gap.
- Candidate need to show a sufficient fund in their account. Total amount could be 12000 -14000 EURO as a fund in their bank account.
- Requirement of English Proficiency Test: IELTS / PTE / MOI
France Study Visa Documents Requirement:
It’s important for the International students to submit the necessary documents to the University and Embassy to get successful Study visa application.
Below mentioned is the documents requirement which students must need to provide:
- Passport
- Attested copy of entire Education ( 10th, 12th, & Graduation)
- Minimum 2 Academic Reference Letters from Professors of the University.
- If you have any professional background, then you need to submit atleast 2 “Letter Of Recommendation” (LOR) from the Employer or Manager who can comment on your Professional Abilities.
- Statement Of Purpose (SOP).
- Resume
- Scorecard of English Language Proficiency Test and GRE/GMAT (if applicable).
- Portfolio (if student is applying for any Arts/ Design / Architecture Courses)
- Achievement of any Extra-Curricular Activities (if applicable).
- Health Insurance
- Proof of Funds
- Passport-Size Photograph
France Study Visa Step-by-Step Process:
Following is the Step-by-step process for France Study Visa:
- Search of suitable Course and University
- Submit necessary documents to the University with Application Form.
- Need to appear for Online Interview and Written Test with the University.
- After passeing the interview, students need to pay the Tuition Fee to the University.
- Post fee payment, University will provide the offer letter.
- Campus France: Student need to upload all his documents in Campus France portal for verification.
- Upon Campus France positive verification, Student need to submit their visa application in VFS.
Cost of Living in France
Cost of living in France will be based on an individual’s lifestyle. However, an Average Cost of living is approx 500- 800 EURO per month.
Student Loan for Study In France
Student’s Eligibility Criteria, Qualification and Civil Score will determine whether he or she will be eligiblke to apply for Student Loan or not.
The details are given below:
- Student must be the Indian National
- Must have a good academic record.
- Must have taken a Professional or Technical Course.
- Most of the banks approve loan based on whether the course is Job Oriented or not.
- Student must have an Acceptance Letter from the any University in France
- The University where student has enrolled must be approved by State or Central Government.
France Student Visa (Documents for Visa Submission)
Submission of Visa Application and collecting the Passport has been done through Embassy of France, New Delhi.
Before submitting the application for Student visa in French Consulate, student must need to create Campus France online portal. Student may contact the nearest Campus France office for further assistance like Filling Application, & Scheduling Interview.
Campus France is a body of French Embassy in India who promote higher Study in France.
Students need to visit VFS Website to schedule an appointment in visa application centre to submit their France Study Visa Application.
Below Mentioned is the document checklist which students have to carry at the time of visa application submission in VFS:
- Two passport size photographs.
- Long stay application form (if duration of stay more than 90 days)
- Passport copy
- Printout of Campus France ID number
- Letter of Acceptance from Academic Institution.
- Cover Letter (Explanation of Study)
- SOP
- Proof of Fund (One Year Tuition Fees + 615 EURO x 12 months)
- Medical Insurance (must be valid in France)
- One-Way Air Ticket
- OFII form (Office Francais De Immigration Et De Integration)
- Proof of Residency in France (Lease Agreement, Electricity etc.)