{"id":53924,"date":"2025-03-12T07:39:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-12T06:39:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/?p=53924"},"modified":"2026-05-07T10:08:47","modified_gmt":"2026-05-07T09:08:47","slug":"student-visa-supporting-documents","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/en\/blog\/student-visa-supporting-documents\/","title":{"rendered":"Documents required for your student visa application"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>Last updated: March 30, 2026<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you plan to study in France for 6 months or more, you will need a student visa. It is the <a href=\"https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/en\/blog\/student-visa-france-benefits\/\"><strong>best visa option<\/strong><\/a> for those planning to live and study in France long-term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll need to provide several important documents for your visa application. The exact list can change depending on your personal situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have special circumstances or are unsure about any document, our team is ready to help you through the process and <a href=\"https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/en\/contact\/\"><strong>answer your questions<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>List of documents typically required for all students:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>\u00c9tudes en France (EEF) certificate<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Visa application form<\/strong> and <strong>visa receipt<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Passport ID page<\/strong> and ALL PAGES containing visas, entry and exit stamps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recent <strong>ID photograph<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enrollment certificate<\/strong> from your school in France<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Accommodation certificate<\/strong> or other proof of accommodation in France<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recent<strong> bank statement<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"798\" height=\"436\" src=\"https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GGF-blog-photo-watermarking-6-1.png\" alt=\"documents student visa france\" class=\"wp-image-86326\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GGF-blog-photo-watermarking-6-1.png 798w, https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GGF-blog-photo-watermarking-6-1-300x164.png 300w, https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GGF-blog-photo-watermarking-6-1-768x420.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 798px) 100vw, 798px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u00c9tudes en France (EEF) certificate<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most students applying for a student visa must first submit their application to Campus France via the <a href=\"https:\/\/pastel.diplomatie.gouv.fr\/etudesenfrance\/dyn\/public\/authentification\/login.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>\u00c9tudes en France website<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you finish your application on the \u00c9tudes en France (EEF) website and pass your interview at your local Campus France office, you\u2019ll get a certificate of pre-registration. This document includes your <strong>EEF number<\/strong>, which you\u2019ll need to enter in your online visa application form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Visa application form and visa receipt<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You need to submit your visa application on the <a href=\"https:\/\/france-visas.gouv.fr\/en\/demande-de-visa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>France-Visas website<\/strong><\/a>. Once you fill out all the forms, you can download your <strong>visa application form and receipt<\/strong>. Print and keep both documents for your visa appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After you submit your application online, you\u2019ll be asked to schedule an interview at the French embassy or visa center. At your appointment, bring your printed application form, receipt, and all other supporting documents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Passport<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your passport must be less than 10 years old and have at least two blank pages. It should be valid for at least 3 months after your visa expires.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll need to provide a clear scan of your passport ID page, plus copies of all pages that show visas, entry and exit stamps, or any other markings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>ID photograph<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll need to provide two recent passport-sized photos that meet the <a href=\"https:\/\/france-visas.gouv.fr\/documents\/d\/france-visas\/iso_iec_fv_visa_photograph_requirements_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>ISO\/IEC format<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Printed on photo-quality paper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Photo taken within the last 6 months<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Face covers 70\u201380% of the photo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Size: 35\u201340 mm width<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Facing the camera directly, head straight; neutral expression (no smile)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plain, light-colored, no shadows<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No glare, no red-eye, no head coverings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"798\" height=\"436\" src=\"https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GGF-blog-photo-watermarking-6.png\" alt=\"documents student visa france\" class=\"wp-image-54041\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GGF-blog-photo-watermarking-6.png 798w, https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GGF-blog-photo-watermarking-6-300x164.png 300w, https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GGF-blog-photo-watermarking-6-768x420.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 798px) 100vw, 798px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>School enrollment certificate (or acceptance letter)<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your enrollment certificate or acceptance letter is an <strong>important part of your student visa application<\/strong>. It confirms that you have been officially admitted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It should be printed on your school\u2019s official letterhead, dated, and signed by an authorized school representative, such as the director.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This document includes the key details needed to show you qualify for a student visa, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The name of your course or program<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The start and end dates of the course<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The intensity of your course (full-time, part-time, number of hours per week, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If tuition fees have been paid partially or fully<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Usually, you\u2019ll need to provide the <strong>original document<\/strong>. Your school in France will send it directly to the Campus France office handling your application, and you\u2019ll also get a copy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Accommodation certificate<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll need to show <strong>proof of where you\u2019ll be living in France<\/strong>. This could be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A hotel reservation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A signed rental agreement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A letter from your host<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An explanatory letter detailing your accommodation plans<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To make things easier, we\u2019ve partnered with trusted online booking platforms to give you many accommodation options. If you book through our partners, you won\u2019t need a guarantor, proof of income, extra paperwork, or in-person visits. After you book, our partners will give you an accommodation certificate that works for your visa application. This document confirms your housing in France.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can <a href=\"https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/en\/accommodation-in-france\/\"><strong>find and book accommodation<\/strong><\/a> here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bank statement<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A proof of income is required for all international students applying for a student visa. The French government asks for this to make sure you have enough money to cover your tuition, housing, food, transportation, and daily expenses while you\u2019re in France.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not having enough financial resources is one of the main reasons student visas get refused. Make sure you meet the minimum requirements and provide complete, accurate documents to avoid delays or rejections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a student visa, you need to show you have <strong>at least 615 \u20ac per month<\/strong> in income.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you\u2019re paying for your studies yourself, you can provide a copy of your own bank statement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If someone else, like a parent, is supporting you financially, you can provide a financial liability letter from them, along with their bank statement and ID.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your bank statement should:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Clearly show the account holder name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Show the available account balance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be dated within the last 3 months<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be printed on official bank letterhead<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be signed\/stamped by your bank<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Screenshots or printouts from a bank website or app are not accepted as official documents. Also, bank accounts with money that isn\u2019t immediately available, like investments, or cryptocurrencies, may not be accepted. The funds should be ready to use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Certified translations<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>All your documents must be in French or English<\/strong>. If they\u2019re in another language, you\u2019ll need to include a certified translation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t translate the documents yourself. Only translations done by accredited professionals are accepted. To find one, check the list of certified translators from your local French embassy or consulate. Many embassies have updated lists on their websites or can give you one if you ask.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Additional documents<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on your situation, you might need to provide extra documents, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Residence card:<\/strong> If you are not a citizen of the country you are applying from, you\u2019ll need a proof of your legal status in that country to apply, such as your Green card if you are in the US, your Zairyu card if you are in Japan or your Alien card if you are in South Korea.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Previous visas:<\/strong> If you\u2019ve previously been granted a visa to stay in France for more than 3 months, such as a working holiday visa or a student visa, you\u2019ll need to provide supporting documents for all your stays.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Last completed degree:<\/strong> This document is typically required when applying to an undergraduate or graduate program at a French university. Students who have completed the \u00c9tudes en France procedure and obtained their EEF certificate are not required to submit this document.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Language certificate:<\/strong> For some programs, a language certificate showing your French proficiency level may be required. If you\u2019ve already passed a language certificate, for example, the DELF, DALF or TCF, you are likely to be asked for a copy of your diploma and scores.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Scholarship certificate:<\/strong> If you are granted a scholarship to study in France, you will need to provide a scholarship certificate that details the terms of the agreement: who is paying, how much you\u2019ve been granted, how the funds are transferred, etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>ID of relatives living in France:<\/strong> If you have family members already living in France, whether or not they\u2019d be hosting you, whether they are French nationals or foreign residents, you will likely be asked for a copy of their ID and proof of address in France.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Resume and motivation letter:<\/strong> You may not need to submit a formal resume or motivation letter, but you will need to explain your reasons and plans for studying in France when you complete your application (usually 2500 characters). You\u2019ll also have an interview with a Campus France agent to discuss your background and plans.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"798\" height=\"436\" src=\"https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GGF-blog-photo-watermarking-2-3.png\" alt=\"documents student visa france\" class=\"wp-image-86316\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GGF-blog-photo-watermarking-2-3.png 798w, https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GGF-blog-photo-watermarking-2-3-300x164.png 300w, https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GGF-blog-photo-watermarking-2-3-768x420.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 798px) 100vw, 798px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Frequently asked questions<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1774854779217\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>How can I apply to study in France with Go! Go! France?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>To apply, <a href=\"https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/en\/contact\/\">contact Go! Go! France<\/a> directly. Our team will guide you through the school selection, application paperwork, and visa process. Depending on your nationality and course length, you may need a student visa.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1774854795382\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>When should I apply for a student visa to study in France?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Students who need a visa to study in France should begin the application process about <strong>4 to 6 months before the course start date<\/strong>. This allows enough time to apply to your chosen school, receive an acceptance letter, secure accommodation, and complete the visa process smoothly. Starting early also ensures you have time to prepare financial documents, schedule and attend your visa appointment, and receive your visa before your planned departure.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1774854809998\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Where do I apply for a visa to study in France?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You must apply through the French embassy or consulate in your country of residence. In some cases, applications are handled by approved external service providers. Find your place of submission here: <a href=\"https:\/\/france-visas.gouv.fr\/en\/lieu-de-depot\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/france-visas.gouv.fr\/en\/lieu-de-depot<\/a><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1774854818166\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Do I need to provide proof of income for my visa application?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, in most cases you will need to show proof of income or financial resources (about 615 \u20ac per month of stay in France). This helps demonstrate that you can support yourself during your stay in France without relying on public assistance.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1774854824200\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Do I need to provide proof of accommodation for my visa application?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, you need an address in France to apply for your student visa. You can provide an accommodation certificate, hotel reservation, rental agreement, or other proof of accommodation.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have special circumstances or are unsure about any document, <strong>our team is here to help<\/strong> you through the process and answer your questions. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/en\/contact\/\">Contact us<\/a> now<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Last updated: March 30, 2026 If you plan to study in France for 6 months or more, you will need a student visa. It is the best visa option for those planning to live and study in France long-term. You\u2019ll need to provide several important documents for your visa application. 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