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Long-Stay French Student Visa Program in Paris (6/12 months)

by: French As You Like It

Live and study in Paris for 6 or 12 months with our official long-stay student visa (VLS-TS “Étudiant”) program. Designed for all levels, including complete beginners, the program combines small-group morning classes with guided e-learning and weekly cultural workshops for a well-rounded experience. Students receive an official enrolment certificate within 48 hours for visa applications and study at a Label Qualité FLE–accredited school in a prime Marais location, with free weekly Social Club outings included. - 15 hours/week morning micro-group classes (max 6–8 students) – all levels including total beginners - 6+ hours guided e-learning + 1.5-hour weekly cultural workshop (total 22.5 h/week) - Prime Marais location + FREE weekly Social Club outings - Personal support: visa help, housing tips, banque, CAF, OFII guidance 2025–2026 prices: 6 months: €5,990 | 12 months: €11,200 Registration certificate: €100 Starts every Monday (beginners also 1st & 3rd Monday). Perfect for gap year, career break, or anyone who wants to become fluent while living the real Parisian life.

Program Highlights

Official long-stay student visa guaranteed – We issue your enrolment certificate in 48 hours so you can get the VLS-TS “Étudiant” visa and live & study French in France for up to a year.

Micro-groups of only 6–8 students – 15 hours/week of intensive morning classes mean you speak every day and reach real fluency fast (many students go from A0 to B2 in 9–12 months).

More than just classes – 22.5 hours/week total: 15 h in-class + 6 h guided e-learning + Wednesday cultural workshops (museum visits in French, cooking classes, wine tastings…).

Prime Marais location & real Paris life – Study three minutes from the Seine and Place des Vosges, with regular outdoor lessons at markets, cafés and monuments – Paris is your classroom.

Free weekly Social Club + full support package – Every Wednesday afternoon outing included + personal help with housing, bank, healthcare – we make your long stay stress-free and fun from day one.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Paris, France
Starts At: $5000+
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year RoundTerms Available:
  • Academic Year
  • Fall
  • May Term
  • Spring
  • Spring Break
  • Summer
  • Throughout the Year
  • Trimester
  • Winter
Age Requirement: 14+
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • Languages & Linguistics
Languages:
  • French
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: Jan 02, 2026

Program Details

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Locations

  • Paris, France

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Languages & Linguistics
  • Languages
  • French

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Terms Available:
  • Academic Year
  • Fall
  • May Term
  • Spring
  • Spring Break
  • Summer
  • Throughout the Year
  • Trimester
  • Winter

Age Requirement

14+

Guidelines

All Nationalities

Starts At

$5000+

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

    Application Procedures

    • Phone/Video Interview
    • Online Application

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Do you really help me get the long-stay student visa?

    Yes, 100 %. We are Label Qualité FLE accredited and accepted by every French consulate. Once you pay the deposit we send your official enrolment certificate within 48 hours – that’s the main document needed for the VLS-TS “Étudiant” visa.

    Can absolute beginners apply?

    Absolutely! We welcome total beginners (A0). New beginner groups start the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month, and you’ll be speaking basic French from week 1.

    Do you help with housing, CAF, bank account, OFII, etc.?

    Yes – unlimited personal support included. We give you proven apartment lists, help fill out CAF and sécurité sociale forms, accompany you to the bank if needed, and guide you through OFII step-by-step.

    What exactly are the 22.5 hours per week?

    • 15 hours: morning micro-group classes Mon–Fri 9:15–12:30  
    • 6 hours: guided e-learning (exercises, videos, teacher corrections) 
    • 1.5 hours: Wednesday cultural workshop/outdoor activity in French
    • → Perfectly meets the 20 h+/week visa requirement.

    When can I start and how long is the certificate valid?

    Start dates every Monday (beginners also 1st & 3rd Monday). The certificate is valid for the full 6 or 12 months you book, and you can extend later if you fall in love with Paris (most people do!).

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