Before you arrive, here's more information about what you need to bring with you and what will happen during Induction.
Below we have laid out the pre-arrival requirements, what you need to bring with you, how to pay, and what to expect on arrival to France.
If you have any further queries, please contact the OnCampus Paris team: [email protected]
Pre-arrival requirements
- OnCampus Certificate of Enrolment (CoE) letter.
- Valid passport and residence permit (and Residence Permit Card if required).
- Proof of payment.
- Original supporting academic documents (high school certificate or Bachelor's degree, IELTS, academic transcripts, and official translations of any documents not in English).
- Your French address, telephone number and email address.
Plan ahead and arrange transport to the OnCampus Paris centre or your accommodation from the airport before you travel. See below for further details.
Fees are due before the start of each term, however we recommend you pay the total fees in full before the beginning of the study year to not miss any deadlines. They can be paid using our online payments platform, Convera® GlobalPay for Students. See below for further details.
You will need to arrive for enrolment at OnCampus Paris. Details will be sent to you via email nearer the time.
Visa information
Students who are not citizens of an EEA country (with the exception of Monaco, Andorra, The Vatican and San Marino), must obtain a residence permit for study before they travel to France. The authority responsible for issuing residence permits is the French embassy or consulate.
Once you are officially enrolled on the OnCampus Paris programme and if you require a Student visa, you must apply through a visa service provider (TLS, VFS, CAPAGO or InfoVisa), or through the French Embassy/Consulate in your country of residence, for a Student residence permit (Student VLS-TS).
You can start your visa application three months before the start of the course. Where possible you should make your Student residence permit application online and make sure that you include the correct documentation. Students can always contact the OnCampus Paris team for assistance during the visa application process.
Visa checklist:
- Passport/travel documents (valid for at least 3 months longer than the Student visa expiry date).
- ID Photos.
- Certificate of Registration issued by OnCampus Paris.
- Financial evidence:
- EUR 615 per month (EUR 7,380, i.e. 12 months equivalent recommended)
- Proof of adequate, reliable and regular income of financial sponsor (6 months + financial evidence history recommended)
- Accommodation document.
- Proof of residency status (if not a citizen of the country applying from).
- All documents that are not in French/English need to be translated into French or English.
Once you have submitted your supporting documents, paid your visa application fee and enrolled your biometrics, you can track your application progress via the online portal depending on the service provider you applied with.
You will be notified when your passport is ready for collection. You can then travel to France with your Student visa. Please note that you will need to validate your Student visa within 3 months of arriving in France to obtain your Residence Permit.
What to bring with you
You will need to show your OnCampus enrolment documents to the Immigration Officer on arrival so please make sure they are placed safely in your carry-on hand luggage.
French currency is the Euro. It is not possible to open a bank account in a French bank without a French personal number (which is only available to you once you progress to university) so we strongly advise you to bring your own credit card. Most credit cards are accepted in hotels, most restaurants, large department stores and tourist attractions. You can also use cards for small transactions and cash is being used less frequently in French cities. Please note that personal, traveller's or international cheques are not accepted by French banks.
Make sure you have made any necessary advance payments and stay aware of potential financial scams.
You should have enough warm clothing for your flight and subsequent journey. Several layers of lightweight clothes are better than a single shirt or dress. France generally enjoys cool winters and mild summers except along the Mediterranean where mild winters and hot summers are the norm. Average winter temperatures range from 3° C to 8° C and average summer temperatures from 14° C to 24° C. For the most warmth and sunshine go to the south of the country.
You will usually have a free baggage allowance, which will be shown on your air ticket; this is usually from 20kg with a restricted weight of 32kg per single item of luggage. Only essential personal possessions may be brought in addition to research materials. You may be charged for excess baggage if you exceed the baggage allowance, so check with the airline before you leave if you are not sure of your allowance. You should make a list of everything you bring.
We advise against bringing large items or lots of unnecessary personal belongings. There may be restrictions on the amount of luggage you can bring when travelling to France. Do not bring kitchen appliances such as kettles, toasters or rice cookers. If you're living in OnCampus accommodation, you are not permitted to use these in your bedroom. If you're renting private accommodation, check what your landlord provides. We encourage you to buy electrical appliances in France to ensure they're compatible with our electric sockets and check what is permitted by your accommodation provider.
How to pay
We want to make paying your fees as easy as possible. They can be paid using our online payments platform: Convera® GlobalPay for Students.
This fast and reliable service allows you to pay in your local currency via bank transfer, Visa/Mastercard, or by using a wide range of local online payment options, including WeChat Pay, UnionPay, India NetBanking and more, without incurring any transaction charges.
Klarna and bank transfer are also available for UK domestic payments through the platform.
Benefits:
- Pay fees in your local currency.
- Avoid fees and international foreign exchange charges from your bank.
- Easy to use on smartphones and other mobile devices.
- Pay online or by bank transfer.
- Rest assured knowing your payments are received in full by OnCampus.
- Track your payment status by text and email.
- Get price and payment options upfront with a price comparison too.
Pay now with Convera® GlobalPay for Students.
Important: A payment reference must be provided so that the college can identify funds on safe arrival into our account. This must be the student reference number as stated on your offer document. This reference means that we can then allocate the funds against your invoice accordingly. Failure to include a reference may mean we have to contact you again to establish your proof of payment.
If you need any further payment assistance, please call our Finance team on +44 (0)1223 942 300. You can also watch this video on how to pay through Convera GlobalPay for Students.
What to expect on arrival to France
When you arrive at Charles De Gaulle airport you will need to pass through immigration so follow the signs to Passport Control. If the Immigration Officer asks you about the purpose of your visit to France then please explain that you will be studying in France and make sure you are able to show the required documents. It is important that you answer these questions in detail, politely and keep calm. Make sure you have all the required supporting documents in your carry-on luggage.
- Passport.
- Original academic documents.
- Proof of accommodation.
- Proof of health insurance.
- Certificate of enrolment.
- Residence Permit and residence permit card (if applicable).
- Check into your accommodation.
- Let your family know you've safely arrived.
- Attend Induction and enrol (remember to take all your original documents).
Arriving at OnCampus Paris
An airport pick-up service can be a good option for a convenient transport method straight to your destination. A driver will meet you at the airport and transport you to either the OnCampus Paris centre or to your accommodation, whichever you prefer.
The cost for the transfer will vary depending on your chosen destination airport and campus.
The address for OnCampus Paris is: OnCampus Paris, KEDGE Business School, Bâtiment Lumière, 40 Av. des Terroirs de France, 75012 Paris, France
OnCampus have identified one of the many providers you can use for your taxi transfer:
G7 is one of Europe's leading taxi providers and has transported millions of passengers to their destinations. The drivers are carefully selected as passengers' safety is of paramount importance to G7. The company boasts the largest fleet of hybrid and electric taxis in Europe. Transfers can be booked online, via telephone or via an app. Whatever your destination, G7 are committed to offering their best quality services.
You can access G7's website and begin the booking process here.
Airports are busy places so, when completing your taxi booking online, we recommend choosing a longer wait time if possible. This will allow you ample time to exit the plane, clear passport control and collect your luggage. If you do get through quicker than expected, you can make use of the airport's Wi-Fi, food and drink vendors and toilets. You can also contact your driver and let them know you are ready and they may be able to arrive quicker than the agreed pick-up time. The taxi companies will track your flight and will be aware of any delays. After completing your booking, you will receive a confirmation from the taxi company which will include details of where to meet your taxi driver upon arrival.
If the airport you are flying into is not listed, or you are arriving into Paris another way and need some advice, please contact us at [email protected] and we can assist you.
Alternatively, fully regulated taxis are available 24/7 and cost about €50 to journey from Charles de Gaulle airport to KEDGE Business School (approx 34km). Taxis in France can be ordered in advance or found at taxi stops usually just outside stations.
Even before term starts, you'll enjoy an excellent induction programme which will help you begin the settling in process. Our expert team will be in contact with you, sharing information and helping to make sure you feel supported.
It is important that you attend Induction Week (whether online or face-to-face). The OnCampus Paris team has designed an induction programme that will provide you with the essential information you need. You will get to know key centre staff and build new friendships, helping you to settle into your new city and to your centre.
The sessions will help you get to know the wide range of support and guidance available to you. Important topics are covered such as managing your money, practical tips on finding the right study and life balance, local culture and laws and staying safe.
If you have any questions, feel free to get in touch with the team at OnCampus Paris.
Enrolment is the administrative process whereby you are admitted to OnCampus as a student. It is part of your induction. On the first day of induction, we will tell you when and where your enrolment will take place. When you attend enrolment, remember to bring along all the essential original documents mentioned under Enrolment documents. Enrolment is an essential part of your induction. After you enrol, you are officially a student of OnCampus Paris.
Important: OnCampus will only accept original documents. We cannot accept photocopies.
Preparing to study with OnCampus Paris
Starting a new programme of study in a new country is exciting! We also know it can be a little daunting, with lots to arrange and learn about. OnCampus Paris will support you every step of the way.