Practical and useful information, internet sites and relevant authorities to help you prepare your stay in France, required administrative formalities, organizations you must contact, documents you should not forget and more!


Administrative requirements



Guide to administrative formalities: visa, residency permits, etc.

The reference guide for all foreign researchers, updated by the Kastler Foundation

Legal steps by foreign scientists for entering and staying in France (in french)

Requesting a French visa

Rights and procedures of foreigners in France

Customs official site

The Guest Researcher Card
Benefit from the free assistance and the unique services of the Kastler Foundation!

Requesting your Guest Researcher Card


Indispensable documents


Essential documents you need to bring

Useful addresses


French embassies and consulates (in french)

The Researcher's mobility portal
Practical information

Housing

EduFrance
Settling in French towns

French education system (in french)

The school calendar (in french)

Weather reports

FAQ