{"id":76039,"date":"2026-05-15T05:25:04","date_gmt":"2026-05-15T04:25:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/?p=76039"},"modified":"2026-05-07T10:49:25","modified_gmt":"2026-05-07T09:49:25","slug":"etudes-en-france-procedure-guidelines","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/en\/blog\/etudes-en-france-procedure-guidelines\/","title":{"rendered":"Etudes en France procedure: Step-by-step guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Etudes en France is the official online platform managed by Campus France, the French government agency in charge of international student admissions. It allows French consulates to review your academic profile before granting you a student visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you&#8217;re from a country where the procedure is required, you can&#8217;t apply for a French student visa without completing it first.<\/strong> This guide will walk you through every step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>This guide is for you if:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You&#8217;ve already been accepted by a French institution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You hold an acceptance letter or enrollment certificate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your country requires you to go through \u00c9tudes en France<\/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\/2026\/04\/GGF-blog-photo-watermarking-28.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-86566\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/GGF-blog-photo-watermarking-28.webp 798w, https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/GGF-blog-photo-watermarking-28-300x164.webp 300w, https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/GGF-blog-photo-watermarking-28-768x420.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 798px) 100vw, 798px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Who is affected by this procedure?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not every international student needs to complete the \u00c9tudes en France procedure. The full list is updated regularly, so always check the Campus France website or your local French consulate to confirm your country&#8217;s status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Affected countries (as of 2026):<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Angola, Algeria, Argentina, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Benin, Bolivia, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Burma, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Canada,\u00a0Central African Republic,\u00a0Chad, Chile, China, Colombia, Comoros, Democratic Republic of Congo, Djibouti, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, Ethiopia, Gabon, Georgia, Ghana, Guinea, Haiti, Honk Kong, India, Indonesia, Iran, Israel, Ivory Coast, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Lebanon, Madagascar, Malaysia, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mexico, Morocco, Nepal, Nigeria, Peru, Qatar, Republic of Congo, Russia, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Togo, Tunisia, Turkey, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Vietnam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Who <\/strong>i<strong>s exempt?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You do not need to complete \u00c9tudes en France procedure if you are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A citizen of an EU or EEA country<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applying for a non-student visa category (e.g., working holiday visa)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From a country not covered by this procedure<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Documents to prepare in advance<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting your documents ready before creating your Campus France account will save you a lot of time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s what you&#8217;ll need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Acceptance letter or enrollment certificate<\/strong> from your French institution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Academic transcripts<\/strong> from all institutions you have attended<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Diplomas<\/strong> or degrees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Passport<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Passport-sized photos<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Resume<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scan all your documents in advance and save them as clear, high-quality PDFs or JPEGs. The platform has file size limits, so make sure your files are legible but not too large.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Watch out: <\/strong><br><br><strong>Your acceptance letter is the most important document in this process<\/strong>. Make sure it clearly shows your full name, the institution&#8217;s name, the program name, and the start date of your studies.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step-by-step procedure<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 1: Creating your Campus France account<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how to get your Campus France account up and running:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to the <a href=\"https:\/\/pastel.diplomatie.gouv.fr\/etudesenfrance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u00c9tudes en France portal<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on &#8220;Create an account&#8221; and fill in your basic personal details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose a strong password and save it somewhere safe<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You&#8217;ll receive a confirmation email \u2014 click the link to activate your account<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Creating an Etudes en France Account\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DirAHWySq28?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/DirAHWySq28?si=kklJAJUpj4mL8Stp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Creating an Etudes en France Account &#8211; Campus France USA<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 2: Fill in your application<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once logged in, complete your application carefully. This includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Personal information (name, date of birth, nationality, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Educational background (institutions attended, degrees earned, grades)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Language skills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Professional experience, if relevant<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Watch out: <\/strong><br><br><strong>The information in your profile must match your documents exactly<\/strong>. Any discrepancies can delay or block your application.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 3: Upload your documents<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Upload each required document in the appropriate section of your profile. The exact list of required documents will vary according to your answers in the online application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>All your documents must be written in French or English, or be accompanied by a certified French translation.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 4: Select your program on the platform<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use the search function to find your institution by name. Then select the specific program you&#8217;ve been accepted into. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you can&#8217;t find your institution or program in the search results, contact your Campus France office or <a href=\"https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/en\/contact\/\">contact your Student Advisor at Go! Go! France<\/a><\/strong>. They can help you locate the correct listing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you&#8217;ve selected your program, you&#8217;ll be prompted to upload your acceptance letter or enrollment certificate. This document confirms that a French institution has already chosen you. Make sure the name on your acceptance letter matches the name on your Campus France account and passport exactly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 5: Submit your application<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once everything looks good, submit your application through the platform. You&#8217;ll receive a confirmation that your file has been received.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 6: Interview with Campus France agent<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Campus France interview is a key part of the procedure. It&#8217;s your chance to speak with an advisor, confirm your academic project, and show that you&#8217;re ready for your studies in France.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is the interview for?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The interview isn&#8217;t an exam, it&#8217;s a conversation. <strong>A Campus France advisor will review your file and ask you about:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Your academic background<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Why you choose your school and your program<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Your motivations<\/strong> for studying in France<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Your career goals<\/strong> and how your program fits into them<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Your French language level<\/strong> for French-taught programs or your English level for English-taught programs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The goal is to verify that your academic project makes sense and that you&#8217;re a serious, prepared candidate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to prepare for the interview?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before your interview:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be ready to explain why you chose this specific institution and program<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prepare a clear and honest answer about your career goals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review your academic background \u2014 advisors may ask about your past studies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 7: After the interview<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once the interview is complete, the Campus France advisor will validate your file. You&#8217;ll receive a validation confirmation and your <strong>EEF number, required for your visa application<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Congratulations! At this point, the \u00c9tudes en France procedure is complete! You are now ready to prepare your visa application. <a href=\"https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/en\/blog\/student-visa-application-guidelines\/\"><strong>You can learn more about the student visa application here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/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\/2026\/05\/GGF-blog-photo-watermarking-2.png\" alt=\"etudes en france\" class=\"wp-image-87484\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/GGF-blog-photo-watermarking-2.png 798w, https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/GGF-blog-photo-watermarking-2-300x164.png 300w, https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/GGF-blog-photo-watermarking-2-768x420.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 798px) 100vw, 798px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1777609160800\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-question \">1. <strong>What if my program isn&#8217;t listed on the Campus France platform?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You can manually enter you program information. <span style=\"margin: 0px;padding: 0px\">If you can&#8217;t find your institution or program, we recommend <\/span>contacting your Campus France office or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/en\/contact\/\">contacting your Student Advisor at Go! Go! France<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1777609228570\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-question \">2. <strong>Is the interview conducted in French?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>It depends on your country and your program. In many cases, the interview is conducted in French, English or your local language.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1777609268919\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-question \">3. <strong>How long does the whole procedure take?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Plan for 4\u20138 weeks from account creation to final validation. This does not include visa processing time.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1777609284905\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-question \">4. <strong>What happens after the Campus France validation?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll have to submit your visa application on <a href=\"https:\/\/france-visas.gouv.fr\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">France-Visas<\/a> and book a visa appointment with your local French embassy, consulate or visa center. Refer to our <a href=\"https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/en\/blog\/student-visa-application-guidelines\/\">Student Visa Guide<\/a> for the next steps.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Apply with Go! Go! France<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Go! Go! France, we help international students move to France by assisting with schools, housing, and visas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/gogofrance.com\/en\/contact\/\">Contact us<\/a>\u00a0and we\u2019ll guide you through the entire application process<\/strong>. We\u2019ll help you choose a school, submit your application, and help you complete all the required paperwork.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Etudes en France is the official online platform managed by Campus France, the French government agency in charge of international student admissions. It allows French consulates to review your academic profile before granting you a student visa. 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