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Step-by-Step Guide: How International Students Can Apply for CAF Housing Assistance in France

13/01/2025


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Here's a comprehensive guide on how to apply for CAF (Caisse d'Allocations Familiales) housing assistance in France as a foreign student:


Eligibility Requirements

Before applying, ensure you meet the following criteria:

  • You are a student living in France

  • You have a valid residence permit

  • You are renting an eligible accommodation

  • Your income is below the threshold (typically under €10,000 per year for students)

Step 1: Gather Required Documents

Prepare the following documents:

  • Passport or ID card

  • Valid French residence permit

  • Birth certificate with filiation (showing parents' names), stamped and dated

  • Official French translation of your birth certificate

  • Proof of enrollment in a French educational institution

  • Rental agreement in your name

  • Bank account details (RIB) from a French bank

  • Completed "attestation de loyer" form from your landlord

Step 2: Create a CAF Account

  1. Go to the official CAF website: www.caf.fr

  2. Click on "Mes services en ligne" and then "Faire une demande de prestation"

  3. Create an account using your personal information


Step 3: Complete the Online Application

  1. Log in to your CAF account

  2. Select "Demander une prestation"

  3. Choose "Aide au logement"

  4. Fill out the application form with your personal details, housing information, and financial situation

  5. Upload the required documents


Step 4: Submit Your Application

After completing the form and uploading documents, submit your application online.


Step 5: Follow Up

  1. You will receive a confirmation email with a provisional ID (starting with "P")

  2. Check your CAF account regularly for updates or requests for additional information

  3. Once processed, you'll receive a temporary social security number for future CAF communications


Important Tips

  • Apply as soon as you move into your accommodation

  • The housing allowance typically starts the month after you move in

  • You can estimate your potential allowance using the CAF simulator on their website

  • If you need assistance, you can contact CAF at 3230 (free service + local call rate)


Useful Links

Remember that processing times can vary, so apply as early as possible and ensure all your documents are in order to avoid delays[1][3][4][8].


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