France Student Visa (Visa Étudiant)
France-Visas fee table: long-stay visa EUR 99 full rate; EUR 50 reduced rate for students whose application was considered by a Center for studies in France (Campus France). Since 1 May 2026 the student residence-permit tax stamp uses the reduced rate: EUR 150 first issue, EUR 100 renewal. From 1 August 2026 applicants must show proof of income of at least EUR 877.50 per month.≈ $107
France-Visas: the decision on a visa application is usually 15 days, up to 45 days in special cases. The decision time for the residence permit is not stated.
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Source-backed requirements
Eligibility
(1)Language evidence for admission
DocumentConditionalProvide the language evidence your institution/admission procedure requires; check the specific level, accepted proof and exemptions.
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Qualification
(2)Proof of funds
MandatoryFor long-stay student visa applications submitted from 1 August 2026, prove available resources of at least €877.50 per month. Follow the case-specific France-Visas document list for financial evidence. This campaign threshold is scoped to those visa applications; do not apply it automatically to earlier submissions or every residence renewal.
Verified officialAcceptance by institution
MandatoryPre-enrollment or acceptance letter from a French higher education institution, processed via Campus France for many countries.
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Preparation
(2)Health insurance
DocumentMandatoryProof of health insurance coverage in France (may be obtained after arrival via the French social security system).
Verified officialValid passport
DocumentMandatoryA valid passport for the duration of the stay.
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Source citations
France-Visas — Official Portal
France-Visas
France-Visas home page. Student campaign notice: applications from 1 August 2026 need proof of income of at least 877.50 EUR per month.
Campus France CampusArt — Programme language evidence and exemptions
Campus France / CampusArt
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