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Go! Go! France blog

Category: Learn French

The Go! Go! France team is made up of people who studied in France or abroad themselves and share a passion for France and cross-cultural exchange. Drawing on personal experiences of studying, living, and working in France, the team writes about language learning, culture, and daily life to help others prepare for their own journeys. Together, they aim to make studying and living in France more accessible and rewarding for people everywhere.

French Language Schools

How language schools prepare you for French universities

04 - Sep - 2026

If you are an international student hoping to build a career in France, it often helps to start at a language school. This way, you can improve your language skills and academic foundation before moving...

Student Life

How to register with CPAM for free French health insurance as a student

28 - Aug - 2026

This guide covers everything international students need to know about registering with CPAM, France’s public health insurance agency. On this page: What is CPAM, and why does it matter for international students? CPAM (Caisse Primaire...

Student Life

How to get student health insurance in France

21 - Aug - 2026

You may have already heard that France has excellent public health insurance, but here is something many students only discover after their first doctor’s visit: the public system does not cover everything. That gap is...

Helpful Guides

How to structure your Campus France motivation letter within the 1,500-character limit

07 - Aug - 2026

Fitting your entire academic journey and career ambitions into 1,500 characters is one of the most stressful parts of the Campus France application. This tight limit is one of the reasons why your application could...

What is the CROUS? The main student services operator in France

31 - Jul - 2026

CROUS is the French organisation responsible for student housing, subsidized meals, scholarships, and social support across the country. Understanding what CROUS is and how to use it can make a significant difference to both your...

Student Life

How to get a phone number in France

24 - Jul - 2026

One of the first practical steps after arriving in France is getting a French phone number. This guide explains how the French mobile system works, the differences between prepaid and postpaid plans, and which option...

How to complete your student visa validation after arrival in France

17 - Jul - 2026

As an international student, before you can fully settle into your new life, there is one important administrative step you cannot overlook: your student visa validation. This guide explains everything you need to know about...

French Culture

How to celebrate Bastille Day in France

10 - Jul - 2026

Updated July 2026 Every year on July 14, France celebrates its national holiday, known locally as La Fête Nationale. In English-speaking countries, it is commonly called Bastille Day. Bastille Day is France’s biggest national celebration,...

Student Life

What is the CVEC (Contribution de Vie Étudiante et de Campus) and do you need to pay it?

03 - Jul - 2026

If you’re planning to study in France, whether at a university, a grande école, or another higher education institution, you’ll encounter the CVEC: the Contribution de Vie Étudiante et de Campus, or Student and Campus...

Food & Drink

Coffee culture in France: How the French drink coffee

26 - Jun - 2026

In France, coffee is part of a relaxed, social ritual where the experience matters more than the drink itself. If you are planning to visit France, learning French, or just want to know how the...

French Culture

Fête de la Musique in France

21 - Jun - 2026

Updated: June 2026 Every year on June 21, France comes alive with music. Streets are filled with sound as concert halls make way for parks, courtyards, rooftops, and train stations. Professional musicians and passionate amateurs...

Food & Drink

French bread guide: The most popular types of French bread

19 - Jun - 2026

Updated: June 2026 France offers more types of bread than many countries have cheeses. Step into a bakery on a weekday morning and you’ll see shelves filled with loaves of all shapes, textures, and flavors....