Life off campus
Your checklist
Create your checklistMake the most of your time off campus by organising trips via public transport and getting a student travel card. Make sure you sign up to a phone and internet package so you can stay connected. Explore the cultural and leisure activities on offer in the local area. If you’re coming to France with your family, find out how to organise the most suitable accommodation and schooling for your children to help them settle in and enjoy a stress-free stay.
Getting around
Getting around the Paris region is easy! To make the most out of public transport (bus, metro, RER, train and tram), remember to buy a travel pass. Cycling offers a practical and eco-friendly alternative that is becoming increasingly popular, but if you cannot live without your car, check that your driving licence is valid in France before hitting the road.
Phone and internet
As soon as you arrive in France, remember to take out a suitable mobile phone and internet subscription. For greater flexibility, opt for no-commitment plans suited to the length of your stay. You’ll be asked to provide proof of identity, a French address and your bank details. To keep in touch with your loved ones abroad, use free apps or other options provided by your plan.
Leisure activities
Experience all aspects of life in Paris! Enjoy a wide range of art, cultural and sporting events on a daily basis, with plenty of opportunities to meet new people and make the most of your stay, whether alone or with your family.
Family
Are you coming to France with your family? Your spouse can come with you on the appropriate visa, and your children aged between 3 and 16 must attend school, with support provided for non-French speakers. Childcare solutions are available for very young children, such as nurseries, micro-nurseries or childminders. The city also offers a range of leisure centres and activities so you can make the most of your free time.
