International Students in France Frustrated by Prolonged Residence Permit Processing Delays

International Students in France Frustrated by Prolonged Residence Permit Processing Delays

Key Highlights

  1. International students in France are experiencing significant delays in residence permit processing, seriously affecting their education.
  2. Without a valid residence permit, students cannot secure jobs or internships.
  3. A large percentage of both international and French students rely on financial aid for their studies.

International Students in France Protest Against Residence Permit Delays

International students in France are increasingly frustrated with the lengthy wait times for residence permits—an essential document for continuing their stay in the country.

In response, students have taken to the streets in protest. On February 8, a group of students demonstrated outside the Colmar prefecture, demanding faster processing times from French authorities.

Several organizations, including the Human Rights League, the Communist Party, and France Insoumise, have expressed their solidarity with international students. Reports suggest that thousands of students are still waiting for their residence permits.

Nearly 40% of International Students Face Severe Financial Struggles

According to Manon Denizot, president of the Communauté Solidaire des Terres de l’Est (CSTE), nearly 40% of international students in France experience financial hardship, a much higher percentage than that of French students.

Additionally, 56% of international students lack access to medical care due to financial constraints, compared to 33% of French students in similar situations.

The lack of institutional support further deepens inequalities between international and French students. Without residence permits, international students cannot access financial aid, employment, or internships, making it harder for them to graduate, especially in fields where internships are a requirement.

Algerian Students Criticize Complex & Lengthy Study Visa Process

Algerian students in France have raised concerns about the bureaucratic hurdles in obtaining a French study visa, citing excessive requirements.

The visa application process for Algerian students includes:

  • Submitting extensive documentation
  • Securing university admission
  • Passing a language proficiency test
  • Paying university fees
  • Transferring a deposit of €8,000
  • Finding suitable accommodation

In 2022, the number of Algerian students in France reached 32,147, marking a 4% increase compared to the previous year.

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