If a student loses their passport while studying in France, here’s what they need to do:

1. Report the Loss Immediately

- Contact the local police: File a police report (“déclaration de perte” or “déclaration de vol”). This document will be required for further steps.
- Inform your university: Let your international student office know in case they can offer additional help.

2. Contact the Indian Embassy/Consulate

- Locate the nearest Indian Embassy or Consulate in France. You will need to apply for an emergency certificate or a new passport.
- Common locations include Paris and Marseille.
- Documents generally required:
- Police report
- Passport copy (if available)
- Proof of residence in France (student card, visa, etc.)
- Passport-sized photographs
- Application form (available at the embassy/consulate or online)
- Applicable fees

3. Apply for a New Visa/Residence Permit (if needed)

- If your French student visa or residence permit was in your lost passport, you may need to apply for a replacement at the local prefecture.
- Bring the police report, new passport, and any other requested documents.

4. Travel Considerations

- Do not attempt to travel until you have your new passport and, if necessary, the appropriate visa or residence permit.
- If you need to return to India urgently, you can request an Emergency Certificate from the Indian Embassy, which allows one-way travel to India.

5. Stay Calm and Seek Help

- Reach out to your university’s international student office or Pollster Education for support through the process.

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If you need detailed assistance or contacts for the Indian Embassy in France, feel free to let us know!

Contact Pollster Education for more guidance:
- Address: 8, Alankar Building, 1st Floor, Balaram Street, Above Bank of India, Grant Road (E), Mumbai
- Phone: +919324480791
- Email: info@pollstereducation.com