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The need for a visa will depend on two main factors:<\/p>\n
Please note: students holding a valid visa (or residence permit) issued by a Schengen member state do not need an additional visa to study in France if their stay is less than three months.<\/p>\n
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The Schengen area comprises 26 European countries which have officially abolished all passports and all other types of control at their mutual borders. All EU member states participate in the Schengen area, with the exception of Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and Ireland. Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland, as well as Monaco, San Marino and Vatican City, are also members of the Schengen area.<\/p>\n
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To find out if you need a visa and how to apply for one, we recommend that you consult France-Visas<\/a> and Campus France<\/a>, two official websites that provide all the information you need about your visa application procedure.<\/p>\n As visa regulations and procedures are subject to change, always consult these official information sources for any questions you may have.<\/p>\n Below is a brief description of the visa categories for international students coming to France. 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