Procedure for college admission

Step 1: Application

• Your documents: Refer to the checklist provided in our FAQ section for a complete list of required documents.
• Email your documents: Once you have everything, send them to us at [email protected]
• Double-check: Ensure all documents are attached and the application form is filled out correctly. Our team is happy to assist you via chat or email if you encounter any difficulties.
• Certified and Notarized copies: Make certain that all your documents are certified copies, stamped, and signed. Ensure clean printing so that the document is readable.
• Certified copies: Make sure all documents are certified copies with stamps and signatures. Ensure clear printing for easy reading.
• Application fee: Pay the €130 application fee to proceed.

Step 2: Admission

• Entrance test: If your application is accepted, you'll be invited to take an admission test via Skype.
• Await results: After completing the test, wait for the admission department's response.
• Confirmation email: Upon successful admission, you'll receive an official confirmation email.

Step 3: Enrolment

• Deposit payment: The confirmation email will contain details for your first deposit payment. Enrollment is confirmed only after receiving this payment.
• Confirmation of enrollment: Once the payment is received, you'll receive a confirmation email allowing you to proceed with visa processing.
• Visa processing: Start the visa application process. Embassies typically take 6-8 weeks for visa approval.
• Refundable deposit: The deposit amount is fully deductible from your tuition fees and is refundable if your visa is denied.

Procedure for student visa

Understanding the VLS-TS Visa:

• This visa allows international students to study in France for more than 3 months.
• It acts as both a visa and a residency permit for the duration of your studies, provided you validate it upon arrival.
• For validation, contact the OFII (Office Français de l’Immigration et de l’Intégration) website (www.ofii.fr) as soon as you reach France.

Applying for the VLS-TS Visa:

• You can only apply for this visa after receiving your enrollment confirmation from the university.

Creating your Campus France Account:

• When creating your online account, use your permanent address (parents' residence or current school address) for easier assignment to the nearest French consulate.
• Once your Campus France application is processed, check the assigned consulate's website for the specific documents required for your visa application.

Scheduling your Visa Appointment:

• Visit the website of your assigned French consulate to book an in-person visa appointment. Slots fill up quickly, so check frequently for cancellations.
• Schedule your appointment at least two weeks before your departure, ideally 6-8 weeks prior, as you cannot study in France without a visa.

Attending your Visa Interview:

Ensure you bring the following to your interview:

• The visa processing fee (amount can be mentioned here with a conversion app to show equivalent in INR and USD)
• All required official documents
• Photocopies of all documents

Note: The consulate does not provide photocopying services. Missing documents will require rescheduling and paying the fee again.

Visa processing typically takes 5-7 business days. Once approved, your passport will be stamped and returned securely.

Arrival in France:

• Register with the local immigration office within days of your arrival. Check the consulate's website to see if you need to fill out the OFII form.
• If required, submit the OFII form and your visa-stamped passport to the OFII (instructions provided on the form). This must be done within the first three months of your stay in France.