International Student Support
International Students at European School of Business
As a leading education provider, we welcome learners from across the world to be a part of the European School Of Business in France and of our culturally diverse study environment.
Ensuring You are Always Supported
Moving to a new country or city while an exciting time, can also be very overwhelming. However, we assure our international students, support from the very beginning starting with dedicated assistance for VISA, accommodation and help with any other administrative enquiries.
Our International Team of Experts can Offer Advice and Provide on
- Choosing a course
- Choosing your study location
- Applying for admission
- Securing your student VISA
- Your finance options
Visa and Immigration
No Visa required for European Students
If you are a national of a European Economic Area country (European Union country (EU) or Switzerland), you do not need a student VISA to study or complete an internship in France. You may freely enter French territory regardless of the length of your stay or the course you opt for.
However, you will need to have a medical and maternity insurance and sufficient financial resources to meet your needs and those of any family members you may be supporting.
Applying for a VISA?
International students from outside the European Union, need a long-stay student VISA (VLS-TS) if they wish to pursue their studies in France.
There are two ways to apply for your Visa:
FIND OUT MOREHealth Insurance (CPAM)
By law, all students coming to study in France for 3 months or more are required to register for the French Student Health insurance. This registration must be done on https://etudiant-etranger.ameli.fr
Exceptions
- European Citizens: You will need to provide an European Health Insurance Card
- Students from Québec: You will need to provide a signed and stamped SE-401-Q-106 form
- Students coming for less than 3 months: You will need to provide proof of a private health insurance coverage upon your arrival, for admission in class and to process your Student ID card
This link will guide you through the process tutorial to register for French Health Insurance (CPAM).
Accommodation
Help with Accommodation
We're here to help you find accommodation during your stay in France. We have a range of housing options you can choose from including University halls, student residency, hostels as well as a private rented place you can opt for with others or with family or local residents in Paris. We are just a call away in case you need any help at all with finding the right accommodation during your stay.
Student Residences and Hostels
There are several advantages to housing complexes designed specifically for students or young people that include lower rents, furnished rooms, and a built-in social life-all extremely important for young people.
The International Student Residence of Paris
Located in the 14th arrondissement of Paris, the Cité internationale universitaire de Paris (CIUP) is a sprawling collection of university residences that house nearly 6,000 students, scholars, scientists, artists, and athletes from all over the world. Room rents vary depending on the amenities provided, the occupant’s age, and the duration of stay.
To live at CIUP, one must be enrolled at an institution in the Paris region and be studying a master’s degree or above. Learn more at the CIUP website under the tab Faire une demande de logement (apply for housing).
FIND OUT MORETemporary Resident Permit
The Autorisation provisoire de séjour (APS)
Foreign non-European students who recently graduated from European School of Business who wish to work in France after their higher education can apply for APS (temporary authorization to stay).
A temporary residence permit allows young graduate to stay in France for 12 months(non-renewable) after obtaining a degree. Depending on their country of origin, they will have different processes to follow; find all related information here:
https://www.campusfrance.org/en/temporary-resident-permit-aps