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How to open a bank account in France as an international student
Why you need a French RIB, which type of bank to choose, the documents banks ask for, and what to do if a bank…
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French health insurance for international students: how to register on Ameli and get your Carte Vitale
French student health insurance is free but you must register. How to sign up on Ameli, which documents to prepare, how reimbursement works and…
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CAF housing aid (APL) for international students in 2026: who can get it and how to apply
Since 1 July 2026, many non-EU students need a needs-based scholarship, a job or an apprenticeship to get APL. Check if you qualify and…
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5–7 minutes
