Study in France
from Rajkot
Affordable tuition at public universities (€170–€243/year), world-leading grandes écoles for business & engineering, fashion, luxury management, and culinary arts. 2-Year APS post-study work authorization + 5-Year multiple-entry short-stay visa for Indian alumni.
France
Paris · Lyon · Bordeaux · Toulouse
France Visa Consultants in Rajkot for Campus France & Student Visa Guidance
Rio Overseas is a trusted France visa consultancy in Rajkot providing end-to-end counseling for students aspiring to study in France—the hub of European luxury, business, aerospace, and innovation. With French government initiatives welcoming 30,000 Indian students by 2030 and offering 5-year Schengen short-stay visas for alumni, France is a premier destination. Our team in Rajkot assists students with university shortlisting, Etudes en France (Campus France) interviews, EEF documentation, and VFS visa filing.
Why Choose Rio for France Visa
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Campus France Authorized Guidance Complete EEF registration & CEF interview training.
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Top Business & Tech Schools Direct partnerships with HEC, ESSEC, SKEMA, NEOMA & more.
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2-Yr PSW & 5-Yr Alumni Visa Post-study APS work permit & 5-year multi-entry Schengen visa.
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Housing & CAF Support Assistance with student accommodation & 40% CAF rent subsidy.
What Our France Students From Rajkot Say
Why Study in France from Rajkot?
Near-Free Public University Tuition
French public universities charge only €170 (licence/bachelor) to €243 (master) per year — among the lowest in the world. Combined with research excellence, this is extraordinary value.
Top Business Schools
HEC Paris (#1 Europe), ESSEC, ESCP, and Sciences Po Paris are renowned globally for MBA, finance, luxury management, and public policy. Ranked above many Ivy League schools for business.
5-Year Multiple-Entry Alumni Visa
Indian students who earn a Master's degree from a French institution receive a special 5-year multiple-entry short-stay circulation visa to travel freely across France and Europe.
Engineering Grandes Écoles
École Polytechnique, CentraleSupélec, and INSA Lyon are elite engineering schools producing global leaders in aerospace, nuclear, and materials science research.
2-Year APS & Work Rights
Students can work 20 hours/week (€11.65/hr). Master's graduates qualify for up to 2 years APS (autorisation provisoire de séjour) post-study work authorization.
Culture, Cuisine & Schengen Travel
Live and study in Europe's cultural epicenter — Paris, Côte d'Azur, Lyon. Schengen visa provides seamless access to 25+ European countries for travel and internships.
Top French Universities & Schools for Indian Students
Université PSL Paris
École Polytechnique
HEC Paris
Sciences Po Paris
Univ. Paris-Saclay
ESSEC Business School
Univ. of Lyon
ESMOD Paris
France Cost Guide & Scholarships
Language & Test Requirements
France Student Visa (Campus France) Process
IELTS/TOEFL Prep
Score 6.5 IELTS or 90 TOEFL at our Rajkot coaching centre.
Campus France Registration
Register on the Campus France India portal (mandatory for French visa).
CEF Interview
Campus France Evaluation Form interview at Mumbai or New Delhi.
Apply to Universities
Apply to French universities via Parcoursup or direct university portals.
Acceptance Letter
Receive attestation d'accueil (campus acceptance) from French institution.
Long Stay Visa (VLS-TS)
Apply for Long Stay Student Visa at French Consulate Mumbai / New Delhi.
OFII Validation
Validate visa on OFII portal within 3 months of arriving in France.
Carte de Séjour
Annual renewal of residence permit (titre de séjour) via OFII online.
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FAQs — Study in France from Rajkot
Are there English-taught programs in France?
Yes. France has significantly expanded English-taught programs over the past decade. HEC Paris, ESSEC, Sciences Po, and most grandes écoles offer full English-medium MBA, master's, and bachelor's programs. Over 1,500 English-taught programs are available across France. Knowledge of French is helpful for daily life but not required for these programs.
What is Campus France and why is it mandatory?
Campus France is the French government agency managing international student admissions and visa applications. Registration on Campus France India portal, followed by a CEF interview (Campus France Evaluation Form), is mandatory before applying for a French student visa. Rio Education Rajkot guides you through the Campus France portal and prepares you for the CEF interview.
Can I stay in France after graduation or return later?
Yes. After completing a Master's degree or higher in France, Indian students qualify for up to 2 years of APS (Autorisation Provisoire de Séjour) / RECE post-study work authorization to seek employment. Once employed, you can convert to a Passeport Talent multi-year work permit. Additionally, France offers a 5-year multiple-entry short-stay circulation visa for Indian alumni who hold a Master's degree from France, allowing seamless return travel across France and Europe.
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