Please note: the information provided on this website may change depending on the regulations in effect when you arrive in France.
Health and Insurance Formalities
Your checklist
Create your checklistYou have to be covered while living and studying in France. Assurance Maladie, the French health insurance scheme, covers medical treatment and gives you access to the Carte Vitale. Hospitalisation and repatriation insurance, supplementary health insurance and third-party liability insurance mean you're protected in all circumstances and can manage your day-to-day life with peace of mind.
Registering with the Social Security System
For any stay longer than three months, you must register with the French social security system. Registration is free and compulsory, unless your country has a bilateral agreement with France. This allows you to be reimbursed for medical treatment, hospitalisation and medication. Once you have registered, you will receive a social security number and can order your Carte Vitale to facilitate accessing healthcare services in France.
Your health at university
Students and researchers can take advantage of dedicated services at Sorbonne University : the Student Health Department is available for preventive medical consultations, sexual health services, and psychological support sessions, while the Health and Support Service is available for staff members. These services provide medical care, prevention and social support, so that you can enjoy your university experience worry-free.
Your health off campus
Off campus, use Ameli.fr or Doctolib to find a doctor or specialist. Find out about the various service fee levels to optimise your reimbursements. Remember to show your Carte Vitale or proof of insurance and keep your prescriptions. Keep emergency numbers to hand to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable stay.
Taking out insurance
Taking out insurance during your mobility at Sorbonne University means that you are covered both personally and professionally. Insurance provides support in case of illness, accidents or repatriation, protects you against damage caused to others and ensures that you can carry out your activities securely, both in France or abroad.
