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Your first 30 days in France.

A simple checklist for the practical things that can make settling into a new country feel more manageable.

Reading room of the Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève in Paris

KEEP IT HANDY

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with you.

Download a plain, printable copy and work through it at your own pace. Some steps depend on your city, status and individual circumstances—always confirm requirements with the relevant official service.

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Before and just after arrival

Keep passport, admission and accommodation records together

Save emergency and university contact details

Arrange a French SIM or other reliable way to stay connected

Check local transport options and passes

First two weeks

Ask your bank what documents it needs; requirements vary

Check your institution’s arrival and enrolment instructions

Review health insurance and student administration steps

Keep copies and dates for official paperwork and appointments

First month

If eligible, read current CAF housing-aid information and gather questions

Learn the local routines: shops, healthcare access and transport

Update your CV and LinkedIn with a France-ready direction

Choose one realistic study, language or career goal for the next month

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