Top universities. Low public tuition. Hundreds of master’s programmes in English. A year to find work after you graduate. If you want a European degree that doesn’t break the bank, study in France from Pakistan. Unity Consultants guides you through Campus France and your visa.
Study in France
To study in France from Pakistan, you need a long-stay student visa. It also works as your residence permit, known as the VLS-TS.
Every France student visa from Pakistan starts with Campus France Pakistan. You create an online account, apply to your programmes and attend an interview. Campus France checks your studies, your plans and your motivation.
The interview matters. Be ready to explain why France, why this course and how you will fund your stay. Clear answers and matching documents make all the difference.
Once approved, you apply for your visa through France-Visas. After you land, you validate your visa online within three months. You can then work up to 964 hours a year, about 20 hours a week. After a master’s, you can stay a year to find a job or start a business.
Student Visa Key Facts
- Visa fee: about €99, plus the Campus France fee.
- Money to show: at least €615 a month (about €7,380 for a year).
- Documents: admission letter, Campus France approval, housing proof, bank statements and attested papers.
- After you arrive: validate your VLS-TS online within 3 months.
- Language: IELTS or TOEFL for English courses; DELF or DALF for French courses.
Post-Study Work Key Facts
- Job-search permit: 12 months after a master’s degree.
- Work rights: work freely while you search.
- Next step: switch to a work or talent permit once you land a job.
Why students choose Unity Consultants: we walk you through the full Campus France application process Pakistan applicants follow. We prepare you for the interview. We check your funds against the €615 rule. We build a complete, error-free visa file.
964 hrs
Work per year while studying
20 hrs
Approx. weekly average
Post-study
Options to seek employment or start a business
The cost of studying in France for Pakistani students is far lower than in the UK, USA or Australia. The state sets public university fees. France asks you to show just €615 a month for living costs. Outside Paris, most students live well on €800–1,100.
Paris is expensive. Lyon, Toulouse, Grenoble, Lille and Bordeaux cost much less. CROUS student residences have the lowest rents. You can also claim the CAF housing allowance after you arrive.
| Monthly cost | Outside Paris (EUR) | Paris (EUR) |
| Rent (CROUS residence or shared flat) | 300–600 | 600–1,000 |
| Food and groceries | 200–300 | 250–350 |
| Transport | 25–40 | about 40 (student pass) |
| Phone, internet and personal | 60–120 | 80–150 |
Key Facts
- Public tuition: €2,895 a year for a bachelor’s and €3,941 for a master’s. Many universities waive part or all of it.
- Private schools and grandes écoles: often €8,000–20,000 a year.
- Housing allowance: CAF can cut your rent each month.
- Cheap meals: CROUS student restaurants serve full meals at very low prices.
Scholarships for Pakistani students: the Eiffel scholarship France offers is its top government award for master’s and PhD students. A French university must nominate you, and it does not cover tuition. Many universities also offer fee waivers and merit awards.
France has two intakes. September is the main one. January is smaller. Start your Campus France file early, because the process takes several weeks before your visa.
| Intake | Course start | Typical application window |
| September (main) | September–October | October to March of the previous academic year |
| January (limited) | January–February | June to September |
How to study in France from Pakistan
- Shortlist French universities for international students.
- Create your Études en France account and apply.
- Attend your Campus France Pakistan interview.
- Receive and accept your admission.
- Apply for your visa through France-Visas.
- Fly to France and validate your visa online within three months.
Entry requirements for Pakistani students
- Bachelor’s: FSc, ICS or A-Levels. Most English-taught bachelor’s are at private and business schools.
- Master’s: a 16-year bachelor’s degree in a related field. Some programmes accept 14-year degrees with experience.
- Study in France in English: hundreds of English-taught master’s are listed on Campus France.
- Study gap: fine if you explain it in your motivation letter and interview.
Documents to prepare: passport, attested academic documents, CV, motivation letter, recommendation letters, language test results, bank statements and housing proof.
France is safe and welcoming for students. It has a large Muslim community. Halal food and mosques are in every major city. Paris, Lyon and Marseille also have South Asian shops and restaurants.
Your degree may be in English, but basic French makes life easier. Most universities offer free or low-cost French classes for international students.
- Emergency number:
- Healthcare: French social security covers most medical costs.
- Student life: low-cost CROUS canteens and student discounts everywhere.
- Culture: always greet with “Bonjour” in shops and offices.
- Study culture: lectures, independent study and end-of-semester exams.
- Travel: your visa lets you explore the Schengen Area.
Why study in France from Pakistan? Low tuition, globally ranked universities, English-taught courses and a full year to find work. Book your free consultation with Unity Consultants and start your France plan today.
Capital
Paris
Language
French
Time
GMT +1 (+2 in summer)
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Population
68.6M
Immigrants
18.8%
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