Immigration
Renew your student residence permit
renouvellement de la carte de séjour étudiant
What is it
The online application that extends your student permit, either for another year or for the remaining years of your course.
Do I need it
Yes, if you hold a student card and are carrying on studying in France past its expiry date.
When
At the earliest 4 months and at the latest 2 months before the card expires.
Where · online
Online on the ANEF portal.
Documents
Your current student residence card
Proof of enrolment and your transcripts
An e-photo code
Proof of address less than 6 months old
Proof of your resources
Signed commitment to respect the principles of the Republic
Cost
€150 — a €100 tax plus €50 stamp duty. A late application adds a €180 regularisation fee.
What happens next
- A digital acknowledgement of deposit is issued straight away when you submit.
- If the application is accepted, the préfecture tells you the card is available and where to collect it.
Renewal
Renew on ANEF →
Renewals are assessed on attendance, exam results and diplomas. Repeating one year of a cycle once does not on its own disqualify you.
SOURCE: SERVICE-PUBLIC.GOUV.FR
CHECKED 18.09.2026