How much money do I need to show for a French student visa?
France asks students to show a minimum monthly amount for living for the study period, which comes to about €10,530 (about ₹11.2 lakh) for a year. The Campus France process in India comes before the visa. Public university fees for non-EU students are set nationally. Check Campus France India and Service-Public for current rules.
"France feels far, and the process unfamiliar."
Campus France India guides students step by step, and the money rule is clear and published.
- 1Campus FranceApplication and interview
- 2OfferFrom the institution
- 3FundsMonthly minimum for the stay
- 4VisaLong-stay student visa
Good to know
- The monthly minimum is set officially and can change.
- Engineering and private schools set their own fees.
- Learning some French makes daily life much easier.
France funds checklist
Common mistakes
- Using an old monthly amount.
- Skipping the Campus France step.
Questions families ask
Can I work while studying in France?
Students can work limited hours. See Campus France India’s page on working in France.
Sources
Rules change. Always confirm on the official page before you act.
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