5-Yr Post Study Visa for Indian Students Doing Master’s Degree in France: PM Modi

Indian students doing their Master’s degree in France will be eligible for a five-year long-term post-study work visa, declared Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his official visit to France.

He made this announcement during his address to the Indian community at LA Seine Musicale in Paris on Thursday.

“The last time I came to France, it was decided that Indian students studying in France would be given a two-year post-study work visa. Now, it has been decided that Indian students pursuing Masters in France will be given a long-term post-study visa of five years,” he said.

During his address, the Prime Minister also highlighted the contribution of the Indian community in France, who form a strong foundation of the India-France partnership.

Approximately 65,000 Indians are staying in France.

France is popular among Indian students for its management programmes. Over 70 per cent of Indian students in France are enrolled in them.

In the 2021-22 academic year, there were around 6,000 Indian students in France. France plans to have around 20,000 Indian students by the year 2025.