The International Office welcomes and helps incoming international students and researchers before their arrival, upon arrival and throughout their stay.
Make an appointment
Make an appointment for tailored support, in person or remotely (Teams):
- ask any questions you may have,
- receive guidance in your first steps: residence permit, social security, etc.,
- register for the Buddy System,
- sign up for free French lessons, etc.
Infocampus Helpdesk
Throughout September, Infocampus student ambassadors are present on the Saint-Serge and Belle-Beille campuses. They provide practical information on student life, transport, dining halls, libraries, etc., to all new students. Look for the students with turquoise sweatshirts!
Infocampus Village
Stop by the Infocampus villages to rent a bike for free during your stay, get your public transport card, sign up for sports and lots more…
- Saint-Serge campus Tuesdays, 2, 9 and 16 September (from noon to 2 p.m.)
- Belle-Beille campus Thursdays, 4 and 11 September (from noon to 2 p.m.)
“How to…” workshops
The International Office organises “How to…” Workshops in September to help international students with their administrative formalities. International students can sign up for the following workshops:
- How to… get social security
Students get help creating their Ameli account, which enables them to be reimbursed for consultations and certain prescription medicines. - How to… validate a long stay visa (VLS-TS)
Students get help with the administrative procedure for validating their visa.
Contact the International Office
- Exchange students echange.international@univ-angers.fr
- Non-exchange students bienvenue@univ-angers.fr
- Researchers and EurAxess helpdesk chercheursetrangers@univ-angers.fr
- Buddy System buddysystem@univ-angers.fr
- The French Language Centre for Foreigners (Celfe) celfe@univ-angers.fr
Find us
La Passerelle building
2 rue Lakanal
49000 Angers
Tramway stop: Belle Beille campus
International Welcome Fair
International students and researchers are invited to the international welcome fair, where they can get information on university services and handle certain administrative formalities. It is also a time to meet other students and share a moment before studies take over.

Orientation events
Throughout the year, UA hosts events and trips for its international students and their Buddy Mentors. Discover Angers and its surroundings while meeting local and international students.
Regularly check the events calendar on the UA website.
