France Student Visa Training

Course Description

France is home to world class universities, Grandes Écoles, and a large and welcoming international student community. The French student visa (VLS TS Étudiant) has a structured process involving Campus France registration, online application through the France Visas portal, and mandatory OFII validation after arrival. This course walks you through every stage clearly, in plain English. Ideal for education consultants and visa advisors supporting students applying to study in France.

What You'll Learn?

• Modules
  Module 1: French Higher Education and Campus France Registration French university system versus Grandes Écoles versus private higher education institutions, language requirements (DELF B2 or higher for French medium programmes, IELTS or TOEFL for English medium), Campus France registration and the DAP (Demande d'Admission Préalable) process for applicants from countries where it is mandatory, and TCF or TEF test options.
  
  Module 2: Financial Proof and Student Financial Requirements Monthly financial requirement (approximately EUR 615 per month as a reference), CVEC (student campus contribution) fee, health insurance coverage through the French social security system (CPAM student scheme), accommodation confirmation from university residence or private provider, and bank statement standards.
  
  Module 3: France Visas Portal Application and VFS Process France Visas online application portal walkthrough, required document checklist, biometric appointment at TLS Contact, standard processing timeline (15 to 30 days), consular interview requirements for certain nationalities, and handling of refusals.
  
  Module 4: Arrival, OFII Validation and Work Rights OFII (Office Français de l'Immigration et de l'Intégration) process after arrival, medical appointment with OFII in France, student work rights (964 hours per year), Autorisation Provisoire de Séjour (APS) after graduation for job seeking, and pathway to a long stay titre de séjour (residence permit).