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 Finding a Place to Live
• Many international students choose to find temporary housing for their
first few weeks in France.
• You can ask the international student services in your university for
help.
• You may rent directly from a property owner or through a rental
agency. Through an agency, you will have to pay fees equal to about a
month's rent. You can find housing offers online by using several
websites such as :
• www.pap.fr
• www.lokaviz.fr
• www.leboncoin.fr
• www.appartager.com
• You may also find some offers by visiting the nearest Point Info
Jeunesse.
• You can expected to be asked to sign a 1-year rental contract.
 Info Jeunesse
• Information centres called “Info Jeunesse” provide many kind of useful
information for young people, such as :
– Housing
– part-time/full-time job/internship offers
– Workshops/seminars
– Cultural events,
– Etc.
• Find the nearest Information Jeunesse from you in
https://www.cidj.com/nous-rencontrer
 Signing the contract
• To rent a flat or a room, you will need a letter from a garant. If you do not have
one, you can access the VISALE, a state insurance that helps students without
guarantor to access housing. https://www.visale.fr/
• To confirm your lease, you will have to sign a contract, which is like an
"insurance" if there is a conflict between the landlord and the tenant. It should
include:
– The rent with and without the service charge;
– The access to the different rooms (kitchen, bathroom….);
– The dates of your rent agreement (arrival and departure date);
– The surface in square meters (legal minimum: 9 sq.m.)
– The advance notice deadline (usually 1 to 3 months prior to departure)
• The landlord usually asks the tenants to pay a deposit (une caution), often
equal to one month's rent. If there is no damage to the accommodation during
your stay, you will receive the "caution" money back upon your departure.
• The landlord is NOT authorized to keep a copy of the key or to enter your
apartment without your authorization.
 « Etat des lieux »: inventory of the
accommodation
• Once the contract is signed, an inventory (état des lieux) is carried out to check
the apartment before you move in, so that you will not be charged for damages
that was there before you.
• You MUST be present for the inventory.
• During the inventory, assess each item, pointing out any cracks or holes in the
walls or ceiling, stains on the walls, floor, or furniture. Turn all lights, electrical
appliances, and faucets on to make sure they work. Flush the toilet. Check under
the sink for drips.
• Take pictures of everything with your phone, especially any damage or stains, and
email them to yourself to keep them safe. Take pictures of the inside of cabinets
(number and kind of glasses, plates, silverware, etc.) so that you know what
belongs to the landlord when you move out.
• Only accept the keys once the “état des lieux” is finished.
 Moving in and leaving the
accommodation
• When you want to leave your accommodation, you need to advise your landlord
by giving an advance notice (un préavis).
• The notice must be sent to the landlord by registered post ( lettre
recommandée avec accusé de réception). It is VERY IMPORTANT that you
send anything official using ‘lettre recommandée’, so you have proof of delivery.
• The landlords expect the tenants to clean their accommodation when leaving.
Another inventory will take place to check if the room is clean, with no
damage, so that you can get your deposit back.
• If there is damage, your landlord might keep all of the deposit. If not, they have
to give you your money back within one month.
 Housing rules and habits
• Some homestays or residences have special rules you will have to follow :
exterior guests might be restricted, no candles in rooms, etc. Make sure you
are aware of the rules!
• Make sure that you are quiet between 10pm and 7am (no loud music, TV, etc):
if you make too much noise, your neighbors can call the police and file a noise
complaint, and you might have to pay a fine.
• Even if the charges are included in your rent, please help protect the
environment and use water and heating appropriately.
• Recycling is very important in France, with three different colors of garbage
bins in general :
 The green bin is for glass items, which should be cleaned before
throwing it out

 The yellow bin is for plastic, cardboard, cans, metal tins and paper

 The grey bin is for general waste, ex: leftover food

 Housing insurance – Assurance
habitation
• As a tenant, you need to insure your accommodation against fire, water
damage and explosion. It is mandatory to have this insurance.
• This insurance does not cover you if your personal goods become
damaged.
• You can buy this type of insurance at the bank (Assurance habitation), or at
insurance agency (ex. Assurance Etudiant ADH, MAAF)
• You might also be asked for the Assurance de Responsabilité civile (civil
liability insurance), which is either obtained through your student health
insurance provider or through your bank in France.
 Student Housing Aid – Aide au logement
étudiant
• To help you pay your rent and expenses, you can receive housing benefits for students
paid by the Caisse d’allocations familiales (CAF).
http://www.caf.fr/allocataires/actualites/2018/aide-au-logement-etudiant
• TRY the simulation option to know about how much you’re entitled to, before making the
actual demand.
• Do not wait to send your application, the CAF help is not retroactive!
• To make a demand you will need :
• A valid email address and French phone number Expect the whole
• A copy of your passport & visa process to be in
• A copy of your birth certificate French !
• A copy of your ‘Justificatif de scolarité’
• A copy of your lease
• A copy of your French Bank Account (RIB)
• A copy of your Relevé de compte (Bank statement)
• A copy of your landlord’s ID
• A copy of the house’ Electricity/water/gaz billing
 OFII Procedures
• After you have finished moving in to your new room, the
next step is to do the OFII Procedures.
• For that, all you need to do is :
1. Open into the webpage of the Direction Générale Des Étrangers En
France https://administration-etrangers-en-
france.interieur.gouv.fr/particuliers/#/
2. Validate your visa by inputting your visa number
3. Buy the Timbre Fiscaux of 60 € in the same website or at TABAC.
4. You will receive a document to be printed, and keep the copy for
yourself
Taking care of yourself : Health insurance
Non-EU students under 28
– You will be attached to the general system of French health insurance. You will
have to make the registration process yourself via a dedicated website
(www.etudiant-etranger.ameli.fr ) upon your arrival in France, after having
enrolled in your higher education institution.
– Important: a new “Student Life and Campus Contribution” of 90 euros must be
paid to the CROUS via the website www.messervices.etudiant.gouv.fr before the
university registration.

Non-EU students over 28

– If you are over 28, you are eligible to the Couverture Maladie Universelle (CMU), a
free state-provided health insurance. Subscription to the CMU is not done
through the school; it has to be done by each student individually, and subscription
takes 2 to 3 months to process. See: www.cmu.fr

The French social security system reimburses on

average 60% of medical expenses. You can also
suscribe to additional health plans, “mutuelle“, to
obtain coverage for all or part of the expenses not
covered by the basic national plan.
 Finding medical services
To find a doctor, a specialist or an hospital, search on the
official website : http://annuairesante.ameli.fr/
 In case of emergency
• Every French hospital has an emergency room open around the
clock. Physicians and pharmacies are organized to provide night and
weekend hours.
• Every pharmacy posts in its window the name and number of the
physicians and pharmacies currently providing emergency services.
• In case of emergency, dial 18 (fire) or 15 (emergency medical
services) from any landline telephone. From a cell phone, dial 112,
the all-purpose emergency number throughout the European Union.
 Managing your money
• There are 9 major banks in France: BNP Paribas, Société Générale,
Caisse d'Épargne, Banque Populaire, La Banque Postale, Crédit Agricole,
CIC, LCL, Crédit Mutuel.
• Many things in France require a French bank account: CAF housing
benefits, insurance, mobile phone companies, monthly payments for
metro/bus transport card, reimbursements from the Sécurité Sociale or the
mutuelle (French health insurance)
• Some banks offer student discounts for opening accounts, with
special advantages (reduced fees, interest rates…)
• Some schools might have partnerships with banks, so you can
receive benefits. Ask yours!
 Opening a French bank account
• You’ll need to provide a proof of identity (passport), a proof of address, and a
proof of enrolment in a French university (student card) and sometimes visa
documentation.
• For the proof of address, you may need an attestation d’hébergement: a copy
of your landlord’s French ID card, with the date and a note saying that you are
currently living in their apartment, with a utilities (gas, water, electricity) bill less
than 3 months old.
• If you don’t have a French address yet, some universities accept to let you use
their address until you get one. You then have to update your address at the
bank.
• You are entitled to a French bank account by law. If your application is refused by
a bank, you can request a ”lettre de refus” and bring it with your documents to
the nearest Banque de France. They will select another bank and provide you
with a ”droit au compte” letter that says they are legally obliged to accept you.
 Mobile phones & Internet
• Make sure your phone is unlocked so you can use it with a French SIM
Card.
• A French bank account is a must for mobile phone subscriptions but not
necessary for pre-paid cards. You can buy one as soon as you arrive.
• Look for free-contract mobile phone package ("sans engagement") so you
can cancel your package without any fees as soon as you will leave France.
• The four main operators (Bouygues, Free, Orange, SFR) have many offers.
You can find packages for about 20€ a month which cover calls in France
and abroad, text messages and internet (ex: on mobile.free.fr)
• Another advantage of signing up for a phone plan is to have access to the
phone provider's Wifi hotspots, which you can use instead of using up your
data allowance.
• For internet at home, many operators offer deals of around 30€ per month
with free calls to all fixed telephones in France and several other countries,
unlimited internet access and digital TV. Warning: these deals often require
a year-long commitment.
 Public transportation
• Bus : bus lines exist in every city and are the most common way of getting
around.
• Métro/Subway: Marseille, Lyon, Lille, Toulouse, and Paris have subway
systems. When travelling in Paris, ask for the name of the closest “Métro”
station. You can download the RATP app.
• RER: connected to the subway, this train system serves Paris and its suburbs
up to a distance of 30 km from the city. The RER has 5 lines with their own
letter (A to E) and color.
• Bicycles: more and more cities have programs for cheap bicycle renting. In
Paris, anyone can rent a Velib for 29 Euros/year or 1 Euro/day (without
subscription).
• Most transport systems offer student discounts.
Carte Imagine'R for under 26 yo
This Paris student transport pass card is 50% cheaper than the normal Navigo Pass (350€/year) and
offers unlimited travel (bus, metro, RER) throughout all Ile-de-France (Paris and its suburbs). The pass
also gives you cinema, museum and store discounts. For more information, ask for an Imagine R dossier
at any metro station or visit their website (FR).
 Travelling outside of your city
• Plane: lowcost flights depart from most French airports.
• Train: the French rail system, operated by SNCF (https://en.oui.sncf/fr), works
very well and links together the biggest towns and cities through the TGV
network (high speed trains) and the TER network (slower regional trains). For
cheaper prices, try:
– Get a one-year 18-27 card: for €50, it gives you at least 30% discounts on
tickets. Works uof your 28th birthday.
– Book TGV Prem's tickets that you have to book a long time in advance
– Download the app: Voyages SNCF
• Bus: slower than trains but ideal for travelling ntil the eve on a tight budget in
France and Europe (see: Ouibus by SNCF, flixbus, Eurolines)
• Car-sharing (covoiturage): Car-sharing is a common practice in France and
a great way to save money (especially for last minute travel). Make sure you
read the comments on the drivers, which will help you to make the best
choice. (see: BlaBlaCar)
 Safety tips
• Crime is relatively rare in France. However, as in most countries, there can be petty
crime such as bag snatching and phone theft, especially in "risk areas" such as airports,
train stations, in the metro and busy malls.
• To limit these risks, we advise you to follow some basic safety rules:
• Don't carry around large amounts of cash (you can pay with a bank card)
• Never leave your bags and valuables unattended
• Make photocopies of your ID card/passport and credit cards and keep them separate
from the originals. In case of theft, this will make it easier to cancel your bank card and
make a declaration of theft to the police.
• While eating outside, never leave your cell phone, wallet, laptop, or valuables on the
table.
• Avoid attracting attention to your mobile phone (on the metro or in the street)
• If you have any problem or concern about your safety, police officers are always
patrolling cities. In France, everyone’s safety is taken seriously. It is considered a
criminal offence if you don’t help anyone who has been a victim of a crime, by at least
summoning assistance.
• For any emergency, call 112. The 112 call is also connected to an English-speaking
operator.
• Always carry the contact information of the Indonesian embassy in France.
 Working in France
• French law allows international students to work at most 964 hours per
year which corresponds to 60% of official full-time employment,
• You can apply directly by giving your CV & cover letter to some
companies, shops, and restaurants, or find the job offer online using :
– https://www.studentjob.fr/
– https://jobs-stages.letudiant.fr/
– https://www.pole-emploi.fr/accueil/
– Or using your university’s web (ex. Sorbonne :
http://lettres.sorbonne-universite.fr/Jobs-etudiants )
• Note that you can't expect to meet all of your expenses by working part-
time, so you must have other means of support.
 Entertainment
• All of France's cultural sites and attractions offer student discounts and
advantageous subscription rates. National museums are free every first
Sunday of the month.
• Your student ID card makes it easy to stay in shape by giving you access to
athletic facilities. Active athletic clubs are found at all French universities and
nearly every school.
• Many of France's higher education institutions are located in city centers,
close to cultural and social attractions. Museums, bookstores, movie
theaters, stages, and cafes are never very far away.
• You can easily find discounted opera, theater or comedy show tickets
online (ex: www.billetreduc.com)
• Get the STUDENT PRICE on cinemas, and watch your favorite films with
your friends. If you’re film addict, ask for an unlimited card (ex: UGC ilimité for
16.90€-19.90€/month)
 Student life
• Make the best of university facilities: library (BU), restaurant
universitaire (RU), printing facilities…
• Students can enjoy a wide variety of affordable activities through
student organizations (BDE, Bureau des Arts, associations
sportives….)
• Many international relations departments have associations to help
international students make the best of their stays
• Always ask for student cards discounts – you might be surprised
• Practice your French whenever you can – even if at first it’s just to
say ‘bonjour’!
• And above all… Enjoy your time in France!
 PERKIRAAN BIAYA HIDUP DI PRANCIS

TEMPAT TINGGAL Subsidi untuk Tempat

Tinggal
Asrama Universitas (CROUS) : Paris 350€ – 700€ /bulan ; 200€ -
550€ / bulan di luar kota Paris Ada 2 jenis subsidi untuk
Tempat tinggal dari sektor swasta: 300€ – 800€ tempat tinggal, keduanya
Homestay : 200-400€ / bulan tidak dapat digabungkan.
Tempat tinggal “intergénérationnel”: 100-350€/tahun biaya
pendaftaran asosiasi, partisipasi dalam biaya bulanan dan saling •Allocation de logement à
bantu dengan pihak ‘senior’ caractère sociale (ALS)
Box triple play : 22€ - 53€ /bulan •Aide personalisée au
Biaya bulanan (pemanas ruangan, listrik dan gas) : ±50€/bulan logement (APL)
MAKAN Besarannya berbeda
1 roti baguette : 1€ tergantung harga sewa
1 cangkir kopi : 1 – 2 € tempat tinggal, kota dan
1 kg pasta : 1 € kondisi kehidupan pelajar
BIAYA STUDI terkait.
1x makan di kantin universitas : 3,25 €
1 sandwich : 5 – 8 € 2018 - 2019
2770 € untuk jenjang studi S1 (Licence)
3770 € untuk jenjang studi S2 (Master)
391 € untuk jenjang studi S3 (Doktorat)
 PERKIRAAN BIAYA HIDUP DI PRANCIS

KEGIATAN BUDAYA DAN HOBI

1 tiket masuk bioskop tarif pelajar: 7,50€ /bulan (kartu langganan,
20 € bulan)
1 tiket masuk museum: 5-10 €, sebagian besar museum
membebaskan harga tiket untuk pelajar berumur < dari 26 tahun
1 tiket masuk fasilitas kolam renang tarif pelajar: 2 €
Koran harian: 2 €
Informasi lebih lanjut :
www.indonesia.campusfrance.org
TRANSPORTASI www.campusfrance.org
Atau dalam Guide “ Choose France”
Langganan bulanan transportasi – Paris : 73 €
1 tiket Metro Prancis : 1 ,60 € (rata-rata)
Harga rata-rata tiket kereta: 50 €
KESEHATAN

2018-2019
Dokter umum : mulai dari 25 € (dikembalikan16,5 € )
Ginekolog : 28 € (dikembalikan 18,60 €)
Dokter gigi : tidak kurang dari 23 € (dikembalikan
16,10 €)
Psikiater : 39,70 € (dikembalikan 26,79 €)
Paracetamol : 2,20 €
 PERKIRAAN BIAYA HIDUP DI PRANCIS
PENGELUARAN BULANAN PARIS LUAR PARIS
Sewa cité U Sekitar 500 €/ bulan Sekitar 300 € / bulan
Antara 300 - 700 € /
Sewa tempat dari sektor swasta Antara 600 - 1000€ bulan
Asuransi tempat tinggal (habitation) Sekitar 5 €/ bulan 5 €/ bulan
Makan Sekitar 260 €/ bulan 260 €/ bulan
Transportasi 35 €/ bulan 20 - 60 €/ bulan
Sécurité sociale (jaminan kesehatan) 0 €/bulan 0 €/ bulan
Mutuelle étudiante – asuransi
tambahan 20 €/ bulan 20 €/ bulan
Hiburan 90 €/ bulan 90 €/ bulan
Lain-lain 80 €/ bulan 80 €/ bulan
TOTAL 1 100 €/ bulan 900 €/ bulan
PENGELUARAN TAMBAHAN DI BULAN PERTAMA
Kontribusi "vie étudiant" 90 €/ tahun 90 € / tahun
Uang garansi tempat tinggal 1 bulan sewa tanpa biaya lainnya
Biaya pendaftaran di universitas L : 2770 €; M : 3770 €; D: 391 €;