International students in France

International student in France: residence permit and procedures

Are you a foreign student in France or preparing your arrival for your studies? TPS Gestion supports you with your procedures: student visa, validation of the VLS-TS, first application or renewal of the student residence permit, ANEF procedures, work authorisation and change of status from student to employee. From your arrival to your entry into professional life, we prepare your procedures and anticipate the next steps.

The stake

Studying in France also means planning your procedures ahead

From your arrival to the renewal of your residence permit, your administrative situation evolves along with your journey. A missed deadline, a missing supporting document or a change of circumstances that is not anticipated properly can complicate your procedures. The objective: identify what you need to do, prepare the right documents and anticipate the next stages of your stay.

Our support

What we do for you

  • Student visa and preparation for arrival in France
  • Validation of the student VLS-TS
  • First application for a student residence permit
  • Renewal of the residence permit
  • Assistance with ANEF procedures
  • Work authorisation during studies
  • Change of status: Student to Employee
  • Support for starting a business after graduation

USEFUL MARKER

Where are you up to in your journey?

Every journey is different. Identify your situation:

You are preparing for your arrival in France

Depending on your nationality, your educational background and the length of your studies, a student visa may be required. We can help you prepare and organise your application before you submit it.

You have just arrived with a VLS-TS

Your long-stay visa may require validation after your arrival. We will check the procedure and guide you through the online process.

Are you already studying in France

First application or renewal: we check your situation, your student history and the supporting documents required for your file.

Your university career is evolving

Repeating a year, changing course, transferring institutions or taking a break: we help you organise your supporting documents to present your academic history clearly.

You want to work while studying

Your right to work depends on your nationality and your residence permit. We will check with you the procedures corresponding to your situation.

You are finishing your studies

Employment, job hunting, starting a business or continuing your studies: the end of your course can change your administrative situation, which is best anticipated.

You are experiencing red tape

ANEF account blocked, request for additional documents, lost or stolen residence permit, change of address: we will review the difficulty with you and look at the possible steps you can take.

The running order

How's it going

The right title depends on your background. Key cards:

1.

Free consultation

Let's take stock of your situation.

2.

Study And strategy

The correct title and the precise list of your parts.

3.

Dossier composition

Preparation, verification and compliance.

4.

Deposit And tracking

Up to the prefecture, and after the deposit.

The journey

From your arrival to your professional life

1

Student visa

Preparing for your arrival in France.

2

VLS-TS

Complete the necessary formalities after your arrival.

3

Studies

Maintaining your administrative status throughout your course.

4

Renewal

Anticipate the expiry of your student residence permit.

5

Diploma

Preparing your project after your studies.

6

Professional life

Employment, change of status or business creation.

After studies

Preparing your change of status

Student → Employee

Degree obtained and job found in France? A change of status may be necessary (degree, contract, remuneration, employer, work authorisation, etc.). We support the employee and, if necessary, the employer. Find out more →

Student → Entrepreneur

Want to set up your business after your studies? We support you with the administrative review and the project (sole trader, sole proprietorship, SASU, SAS, EURL, SARL). Setting up a business does not automatically entitle you to a residence permit: the two processes are assessed separately. Business set-up →

Need help?

An issue with your file?

ANEF account blocked

Connection impossible, foreign number not recognised, file not found, document unable to be sent or request closed: we will review the difficulty you encountered with you.

Request for additional documents

Have you received a request for additional documents? We can help you identify the required items, check your supporting documents and prepare your response.

Lost, stolen or damaged document

A duplicate request may be necessary. We will help you through the process. Find out more →

Change of address or circumstances

Moving house or a change in your personal circumstances: let's check if any action is required.

ITEMS TO FORESEE

Useful documents for taking stock

  • Passport
  • Visa
  • Current residence permit
  • Certificate of enrolment or registration
  • Transcripts and degrees
  • Proof of funds
  • Proof of address
  • Letters or messages received on the ANEF
  • Employment contract or offer letter, where applicable
  • Documents relating to your professional project

Frequently Asked Questions

You may be wondering…

When should I renew my student residence permit?

Do not wait until the last few days. Planning ahead allows you to check your situation, your university record and the necessary documents before your permit expires.

I have repeated a year or changed my course: is that a problem?

Repeating a year, changing direction or taking a break must be considered according to your situation. The important thing is to be able to present and justify your path clearly.

Can I work during my studies?

This depends on your nationality, your residence permit and your situation. We will check with you the administrative procedures applicable to your case.

My ANEF account is blocked: can you help me?

Yes. We start by precisely identifying the problem encountered in order to determine the possible courses of action.

I found a job after my studies: what do I need to do?

Depending on your current residence permit, your degree and the proposed job, a change of status may be necessary. It is best to look into this before your student residence permit expires.

Need help with your student residence permit?

First application, renewal, difficulty with the ANEF, employment after your studies or change of status? Take stock with TPS Gestion.

Your first exchange is free.