Students from
outside Europe (that is, students from countries other than the
18 countries of the European Economic Zone,
plus Andorra, Monaco, Switzerland, San Marino, and the Vatican)
must obtain a long-term visa marked étudiant if
they intend to study in France for more than 6 months.
After the first
year of study, visas are automatically renewed, provided the student
holding the visa is able to produce the required documentation.
3
very important pieces of advice
1
- A tourist visa cannot be converted into a student visa in
France or in any other country of the European Union.
2
- If you plan to complete two programs in succession
(such as a program in French as a foreign language, followed
by an academic program), obtain admission to both programs
before applying for your visa so that your visa will be
valid for the duration of your period of study. French visas
can not be extended in France.
3
- International students of all nationalities residing in
France for more than 3 months must obtain a student residency
permit (which is distinct from a visa), within two months of their
arrival in France.
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