Key facts
- Procedure
- Études en France (Vietnam) — mandatory
- Visa type
- VLS-TS Étudiant
- Cost
- Campus France fee ~5,500,000 VND + visa fee €50
- Timeline
- 8–12 weeks, two application seasons per year
- Proof of funds
- €615/month, savings book (sổ tiết kiệm) plus income proof of sponsor
The procedure, step by step
1. Prepare certified translations
Diplomas and transcripts must be notarised and translated. Name transliteration must match your passport exactly.
2. Campus France interview in Hanoi, Da Nang or Ho Chi Minh City
Expect a language check plus questions on your study project and return plan.
3. Financial file
A savings book opened at least 3 months earlier is far stronger than a fresh deposit.
4. Arrival admin
Validate VLS-TS, apply for CAF, get a French phone number before you sign a lease — landlords require one.
Consulates and Campus France offices
Hanoi · Ho Chi Minh City · Da Nang
Popular destinations for Vietnamese students
Paris · Lyon · Grenoble · Nantes · Toulouse
Frequently asked questions
Which French level do Vietnamese students need?
B2 (DELF/TCF) for French-taught degrees, IELTS 6.0+ for English-taught ones. Some programmes accept B1 with a language semester.
How early should I start the process?
Ten to twelve months before the intake, mostly because of translation, testing and savings-book seasoning requirements.
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