Certainly! Here’s a step-by-step guide for international students (including Indian students) applying for a student visa to study in France:

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1. Secure Admission

- Apply to a French university or higher education institution.
- Receive an offer/acceptance letter (also called an “attestation d’inscription” or “lettre d’admission”).

2. Create an Account on Campus France

- Register online via the Campus France website (https://www.india.campusfrance.org/ for Indian students).
- Complete your profile and upload required documents (passport, academic transcripts, CV, SOP, offer letter, etc.).
- Schedule an interview at your local Campus France office.

3. Campus France Interview

- Attend the interview with all original documents and photocopies.
- Pay the Campus France processing fee (approx. INR 18,000).

4. Visa Application

- After the Campus France interview and receiving your NOC/approval, apply for a long-stay student visa (VLS-TS) at the nearest French consulate/VFS Centre.
- Book an appointment online via France-Visas.

5. Documents Required

Typically, you will need:
- Passport (valid for your entire stay)
- Offer letter/admission letter from a French institution
- Proof of accommodation in France
- Proof of financial resources (€ 820 per month for the duration of your stay, usually bank statements, loan sanction letter, or sponsorship)
- Proof of medical insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage)
- Academic documents
- Passport-size photos (as per Schengen specifications)
- Campus France NOC/interview completion certificate
- Visa application form and fee payment receipt

6. Biometrics and Submission

- Attend your visa appointment, submit your documents, and provide biometrics (fingerprints/photo).

7. Visa Decision

- Visa processing usually takes 2–4 weeks. You will be notified when your passport is ready for collection.

8. Arrival in France

- Upon arrival, validate your visa online (as per instructions stamped on your visa).
- Register with the local French immigration authorities (OFII) within 3 months.

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