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International Students

Comprehensive support for international students — integration, administrative procedures, French courses and official certifications.

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Student 20H Programme

Non-European students with a student visa or student residence permit.

These annual programmes span 3 to 4 cycles of 24 weeks each, for non-European students with a student visa or residence permit.

Intensive French courses

FLE all levels, TEF / DFP / CLOE certification preparation for studies in France.

Administrative support

Help with prefecture, CROUS, Campus France, student residence permit.

Integration workshops

Cultural activities, associations, international student network.

Cardinal Campus

Partnership with Cardinal Campus for housing and student services.

20H Package — Monday to Friday (9am–3pm)

French: 20H/week + Workshops & Activities

Programme details

  • Textbook (Hôtellerie-restauration.COM — CLE International): A1/A2 = €28.40 · B1/B2 = €31.70 · C1 = €37.60
  • Registration fee: €70 (once per year)
  • Pre-registration fee (visa application): €135
  • Class size: 10 to 15 students
  • Location: 3 Allée du Lavoir, 95130 Franconville
  • Levels: A1 to C1
  • Audience: Students aged 18+, with a student visa or residence permit
  • Online interview and mandatory placement test to determine the student's level

Professional French — 20h/week

Discover the French language and culture and make progress in speaking and writing:

  • Grammar / Vocabulary
  • Oral and written comprehension
  • Authentic task completion
  • Interaction in diverse situations

Workshops & activities — 8h/week

Accelerate your progress: speak French in varied contexts!

Cultural activities — 3H/week

Discover Paris and practise French in iconic and off-the-beaten-track locations.

Diplomas obtained

After a minimum 12-week cycle, students sit the DFP in Tourism, Hospitality & Restaurant (THR) or Business (DFP Affaires) from CCI Paris.

Internationally recognised

DFP diplomas are offered in 123 universities and management schools worldwide including Duke University, Georgetown University, MGIMO Moscow, Bocconi University Milan, HEC Paris.

CEMS (The Global Alliance in Management Education) recognises them for validating French proficiency across its 32 member schools.

DFP diplomas are recognised by several European ministries (France, Switzerland, Italy, Lithuania, Czech Republic, Austria…).

The DFP International Relations was co-designed with the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie.

Visa information

To enrol in one of these programmes, you need student status. You can pre-register with ABC Formation and apply for a visa at the consulate in your country. ABC Formation guides you step by step through pre-registration.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to study in France?
• EU citizen: no visa needed.\n• Non-EU — Stay ≤ 90 days: short-stay "Schengen" visa.\n• Non-EU — Stay > 90 days: long-stay visa adapted to your situation.
How do I pre-register (visa application)?
ONLINE only. Click "PRE-REGISTRATION" and follow the instructions. Pre-registration fee: €135.
I received my visa — how do I register?
Complete your full registration for our Student 20H programme. You will receive your enrolment certificate and ABC Formation student card.
Can I change my class?
• Change level: your teacher must confirm your level is not appropriate.\n• Change teacher: the academic director will reassign you. Email: contact@abcformation1986.fr\n• Change timetable: subject to availability at your level.

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