France visa
France is one of the most welcoming countries in the world when it comes to Indian students. You would be surprised to know the different kinds of visas offered by the French Govt. to Indian students, here we go:
Student visa
2 years of stay back visa is offered to all Indian students post Masters or PhD programs
The program/institution should be RNCP/CGE accredited
Applied in: India
Documents: VFS student visa checklist
Timeline: Usually 2 weeks time is required to receive the visa
Work Permit
Upto 4 years of work permit is offered to International students, subject to job types, domain and wages
Applied in: France
Documents: Prefecture checklist, Sponsorship letter from employer
Timeline: Usually 2 months time is required to receive the card
Business visa
All France alumni from India are eligible for a 5 years Business visa after Masters or PhD programs.
Applied in: India
Documents: Tourist visa checklist + Xerox of french degree
Timeline: Usually 2 weeks time is required to receive the visa