Do international students need a visa to study in France?

Many non-EU international students need a French student visa before arriving in France. Requirements depend on nationality, length of stay and study status. Students should verify their situation through France-Visas, Campus France and the French consulate or visa center responsible for their country.

When should students search for housing in Paris?

Students should begin searching for housing in Paris as early as possible. The market is competitive, and many landlords or residences ask for a strong application file, proof of resources, guarantor documents, identity documents and school enrollment proof.

Do students need health insurance in France?

Students in France should understand French social security, Ameli, CPAM, mutuelle options and medical access. Depending on nationality and status, registration steps may differ. Students should verify their health insurance requirements through official French health insurance resources.

Student Guide · Paris School of Entrepreneurship

Student Guide for Paris — Visa, Housing, Health, Transport & Daily Life

A practical guide for international students preparing to study in Paris. Find essential resources on French student visas, immigration documents, housing, health insurance, banking, transport, academic rules, student life, sport, culture, and travel at Paris School of Entrepreneurship.

Start with the visa guide → Explore housing resources

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Prepare Paris in the right order.

Use this hub to separate what must be handled before arrival from what can be completed after you reach France.

Quick facts

Updated 2026 International students Paris & France Visa Housing Health insurance Transport Banking Student life

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2026 edition. This guide is for general student orientation. Always verify visa, health, housing, banking, transport and administrative decisions with official sources.

Before arrival

Visa Papers Housing Health Arrival transport

After arrival

Banking Navigo Ameli Culture Student life

  
    Tip: secure visa, housing, health, transport and banking first. Culture, sport and travel become easier once the basics are clear.

Essential resources for international students

Start with the most time-sensitive steps first: visa, immigration documents, housing, insurance, banking, and transportation.

Priority resource

French Student Visa Guide 2026

Learn how Campus France works, what VLS-TS documents are required, how much financial proof you need, when to apply, what mistakes delay applications, and what to do if your student visa is refused.

Read the visa guide → For admitted students

Immigration & Papers

Enrollment confirmations, residence permit support, student paperwork, and Paris School of Entrepreneurship-specific administrative guidance in English.

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Housing

Housing Resources

Student accommodation, CROUS, CAF, Visale, guarantor support, and housing resources for Paris and Fontainebleau.

Health

Health & Insurance

French social security, student health insurance, medical coverage, healthcare access, and insurance steps in France.

Money

Shopping & Banking

Bank accounts, payments, shopping, phone plans, daily spending, and financial setup for student life in France.

Transport

Transportation

Paris public transport, student passes, trains, airports, local mobility, and practical travel around France.

Academics

Academic Rules & Regulation

Academic expectations, attendance, assessment, rules, student responsibilities, and institutional procedures at PSE.

Student Life

Affordable Entertainment

Low-cost student activities, cultural experiences, nightlife, events, and entertainment ideas in Paris.

Wellbeing

Sport, Recreation & Aquatics

Swimming, fitness, recreation, sports, wellbeing resources, and active student life in Paris and Fontainebleau.

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Culture & Travel

Paris culture, museums, travel in France and Europe, weekend trips, and international mobility ideas.

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Student FAQ

Quick answers before Paris.

Short answers to the questions international students ask most before arriving in France.

Do international students need a visa?

Many non-EU students need a French student visa before arrival. Start with the French Student Visa Guide.

When should students search for housing?

As early as possible. Paris housing is competitive and often requires a strong file, guarantor and proof of resources. See Housing Resources.

Do students need health insurance?

Yes. Students should understand social security, Ameli, CPAM, mutuelle and medical access. See Health & Insurance.

Can international students work in France?

Many student residence statuses allow limited part-time work, but rules depend on nationality, visa type and residence status.

Is Paris expensive for students?

Paris can be expensive, but students can reduce costs with housing aid, transport passes, free museums and student discounts.

Important: visa, health, administrative and financial rules can change. Always verify critical decisions with official sources.

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Official resources

Verify key decisions before acting.

Use official French and institutional sources before making visa, housing, health, banking or travel decisions.

Campus France France-Visas Service-Public Ameli CAF Île-de-France Mobilités

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Last updated: 2026. This page provides general student guidance only. Always check official government, institutional or provider websites before making administrative, legal, financial, housing, health, visa or travel decisions.