05/07/2024
Question that inspired this post:
Hello all, Does anyone here know about an alumni visa? And anyone was granted an alumni visa?
Top Answer
"Please check directly online on the official website. Here is the Link"
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The alumni visa in France is a 5-year circulation visa for alumni. This visa is specifically designed for international students who have completed their higher education in France.
The alumni visa is a multiple-entry short-stay visa with a maximum validity of 5 years. It's available to Indian nationals (and potentially other nationalities) who meet specific criteria:
Obtained a Master's degree or higher, regardless of the country where the degree was obtained (France, India, or a third country).
Completed at least one semester of studies in France during their university education.
The semester in France must have been part of a program for which a long-stay student visa (VLS-TS or VLS-T) of at least 4 months was issued.
To apply for this visa, eligible candidates need to submit their application through a VFS centre in their country. The required documents include:
A copy of the Master's (or higher) degree
Proof of completing at least one semester of studies in France
Documentation certifying the duration of the academic stay in France
Other standard documents required for a short-stay visa application
It's important to note that this alumni visa does not allow the holder to work in France or look for a job. It's primarily designed to facilitate travel and short stays in France and the Schengen Area for alumni of French higher education institutions.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Alumni Visa, applicants must meet the following requirements:
Be an Indian national
Hold a Master's degree or higher (from any country)
Have completed at least one semester of studies in France
The French study period must have been part of a program with a long-stay student visa (VLS-TS or VLS-T) of at least 4 months
Visa Details
Type: Multiple-entry short-stay visa
Validity: Up to 5 years (depending on passport expiry date)
Purpose: Facilitates travel to France and the Schengen Area
Restrictions: Does not allow work or job-seeking in France
Application Process
Make an appointment with a VFS centre in India
Submit the following documents:
Standard short-stay visa application documents
Copy of Master's (or higher) degree
Proof of at least one semester of studies in France
Document certifying the duration of the academic stay in France
Important Links
Additional Information
The visa is processed by French consulates in India (New Delhi, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Mumbai, and Chennai)
Visa fees may vary; check the latest information on the official websites
This visa differs from the "post-study" visa, which allows recent graduates to stay in France for job-seeking or business creation
For the most up-to-date information and specific application procedures, it's recommended to consult the official French embassy or consulate website in your country.
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