France gives student visas based on the length and aim of your study:
- Short-Stay Student Visa: For courses that last less than 90 days.
- Long-Stay Student Visa (VLS-TS): Needed for programs longer than 90 days. This visa acts as a residence permit and permits part-time work.
- Internship Visa (Stage): For students doing internships in France for their course.
- Au Pair Visa: Created for cultural exchange students living with a host family while studying. Each visa has its own rules and work permissions.