Study in France

From Algiers to
France.

The closest of the major European destinations, with a shared language, a large Algerian community and almost symbolic fees at public universities. We make sure the Campus France procedure doesn't trip you up.

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Processing time: 3 to 5 months for a long-stay visa Campus France closes early: start now

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Campus France · legalisation · visa support

Why study in France?

The shortest journey, the softest landing.

French is your second language and Paris is two hours away. France requires the least adjustment: our job is to make the paperwork just as easy.

Renowned public universities

Institutions recognised worldwide, with regulated fees.

French every day

Study, work and handle your paperwork without a language barrier.

Two hours from Algiers

Direct flights to Paris, Lyon, Marseille or Toulouse.

An established community

Associations, family networks and cultural landmarks from day one.

APS after a master's

Up to 12 months to look for a job or start a business.

Schengen access

Your residence permit lets you travel across the Schengen area.

Programmes and pathways

Four routes, each for a different moment in your life.

The Campus France application for students is separate from the permits for professionals or families, with different requirements.

Studies · VLS-TS

Long-stay student visa

The main visa for degree programmes, validated on arrival and then renewed with a residence permit.

Campus France procedure mandatory
Admission to a recognised institution
Proof of monthly resources
Submission and biometrics appointment

After studies · APS

Temporary residence authorisation

After a master's, up to 12 months to find a job related to your degree or start your company.

Open to master's graduates
Converts into a salaried permit or Talent Passport

Talent

Talent Passport

Multi-year permit for skilled employees, researchers, business founders and recognised talents.

Salary thresholds by category
Family permit for the spouse

Family

Family permits

Spouse of a French citizen or family reunification: two routes with different criteria and timelines.

Residence and housing conditions
Multi-year permits afterwards

Your journey

Five steps from Algiers to your French residence permit.

The Campus France calendar is fixed and the legalisation of your diplomas must start early. We plan every date backwards from your intake.

01
Campus France pre-registration
Opening the Études en France file, choosing programmes and writing motivation letters.
02
Admission and legalisation
Following up applications and legalising your diplomas in parallel.
03
Campus France interview
Mock interviews to present your project clearly and consistently.
04
Visa application
Complete file: resources, housing, insurance and biometrics appointment.
05
Arrival and validation
Visa validation, housing, housing allowance and bank account.

Frequently asked questions about studying in France

Allow 3 to 5 months for Campus France plus the visa. The procedure usually opens in the autumn for the following intake.
Yes, the student visa allows part-time work, up to about 60% of the legal annual working time.
After a master's, the APS lets you stay up to 12 months to find a job, then change status.
Tuition is moderate at public universities. Above all, you must show monthly resources set by the authorities.
TCF or DELF/DALF are generally required for programmes taught in French.
Yes. We support you from choosing the programme to settling in: applications, language test preparation, visa file, housing and departure. You keep the same advisor from start to finish.