09/07/2024
Question that inspired this post:
Is this the site to ask for information re: applying for a Carte Vitale? If not, can someone please direct me where to find information to apply for Carte Vitale as an international student in France?
Top Answer
"But the short answer meanwhile is to print down form S1106 (opening up French healthcare rights), complete it and send or deliver it to your nearest CPAM branch with the information and paperwork listed on the reverse.
Timing of your application - unless you're working in France, or were retired on a state pension in an EU country (or the UK), you have to wait 3 months from the date of your arrival in France before applying.
Form S1106 is available online in English or French but only submit the latter. "
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Based on the search results, the official website to apply for a Carte Vitale as an international student in France is not directly mentioned. However, I can provide you with information on the process and where to find more details:
First, you need to register for the French social security system through the dedicated website for foreign students: https://etudiant-etranger.ameli.fr[1]. This website is available in French, English, and Spanish.
After completing your registration on etudiant-etranger.ameli.fr and receiving your official certificate of affiliation to the French social security system, your account on that website will be closed and your details transferred to your local CPAM (Caisse Primaire d'Assurance Maladie) branch.
Once this transfer is complete, you can create an account on www.ameli.fr, which is the official website of the French Health Insurance system. Your account login details will be sent to you by post.
After creating your ameli.fr account, you can order your Carte Vitale through this platform. The Carte Vitale is a French health insurance card that facilitates reimbursements for medical expenses.
It's important to note that you need to have a permanent social security number (starting with 1 or 2) to create an Ameli account and obtain the Carte Vitale.
If your social security number starts with 7 or 8, it's a temporary number, and you'll need to wait for a permanent one to be assigned.
If you encounter difficulties or need more information, you can contact the CPAM's English or French Advice Lines by calling 3646 (service gratuit + prix appel) from Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. On request, you can be connected to an English-speaking advisor.
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