Alliance Francaise Paris Ile-de-France
Paris, France · Cultural institute · established 1883
Overview
Quick answer: Alliance Francaise Paris Ile-de-France is a cultural institute in Paris, France, offering language course programmes. Indicative international tuition is EUR 5,000 to EUR 10,000 a year; English: no IELTS for the language course itself (degree programmes set their own rule).
Official cultural institute: language courses and exams. It is not a university; ask whether the course you choose supports a student visa. Alliance Francaise de Dhaka also teaches French. DELF and DALF exams are the official French language diplomas.
Paris, France
Official source checkedCultural institute
Official source checked1883
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Confirm with counsellorEUR 5,000 to EUR 10,000 a year
Confirm with counsellorabout BDT 7.0 lakh to BDT 14.1 lakh a year
Confirm with counsellorno IELTS for the language course itself (degree programmes set their own rule)
Confirm with counsellorPopular subject areas
Subject areas where Alliance Francaise Paris Ile-de-France offers programmes. Open a subject to compare other universities.
Fees and cost of study (estimate in BDT)
| Item (per year) | EUR | BDT (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (mid-range estimate) | EUR 7,500 | BDT 10.6 lakh |
| Living costs (typical, 12 months) | EUR 10,800 | BDT 15.2 lakh |
| Total first year | EUR 18,300 | BDT 25.8 lakh |
Estimate only, using rates of 25 October 2026. The official visa funds rule for France is in our France guide.
Admission requirements and documents
Typical documents for Bangladeshi applicants. The programme page decides the final list.
- Passport valid for the whole course (renew early if it expires within 18 months)
- SSC and HSC (or O/A level) certificates and mark sheets; bachelor's certificate and transcript for postgraduate study
- English test result (IELTS Academic, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT or Duolingo, as the university accepts) or a medium-of-instruction letter where accepted
- Statement of purpose or motivation letter written by you, plus CV
- Two recommendation letters where the programme asks for them
- Sponsor documents: bank statement and solvency certificate, sponsor's income proof, TIN and tax return acknowledgement
- Birth certificate or NID; names and dates must match the passport and certificates
How to apply to Alliance Francaise Paris Ile-de-France
Where to apply: on the official admissions or international students page of www.alliancefr.org or through the official system below. The full list of programmes and every subject is in the official course catalogue there.
Official application systems for France
Step by step
- Choose the course length and level, and the exam you need (IELTS, TOPIK, JLPT, Goethe, DELF, DELE, HSK).
- Enrol on the institute's official site and pay the deposit; ask for the letter of acceptance.
- Check which visa the course length needs on the official immigration site (short courses and long courses differ).
- Apply for the visa with proof of funds; plan accommodation.
- After the language course, apply to a degree programme if that is your goal.
Timeline (typical, plan backwards from the start date)
Intakes in France: September (some January)
| When | What to do |
|---|---|
| 6 to 3 months before | Choose the course and enrol; pay the deposit. |
| 3 to 1 months | Letter of acceptance and visa (type depends on course length). |
| Last month | Accommodation, flights, arrival. |
Application deadlines differ by programme; scholarship deadlines come first. Confirm every date on the official page. Confirm with counsellor
Student visa for France
Bangladeshi students apply through Campus France Bangladesh (Etudes en France) and then for the long-stay student visa.
- Shortlist programmes on the universities' own websites and check entry requirements for Bangladeshi certificates.
- Apply and receive the admission or acceptance letter.
- Get SSC/HSC/degree certificates attested (Education Board / Ministry of Education and MOFA) and translated if required.
- Prepare funds, sponsor documents and insurance, then apply for the long-stay student visa (VLS-TS).
- Book travel only after the visa or entry permit is issued.
Scholarships to look at
- Marie Sklodowska-Curie Doctoral Networks (PhD)
- Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters (Master's)
Also check the university's own scholarships page. No scholarship is guaranteed.
Frequently asked questions
What is the tuition fee at Alliance Francaise Paris Ile-de-France for Bangladeshi students?
Indicative tuition is EUR 5,000 to EUR 10,000 a year (about BDT 7.0 lakh upwards). Fees differ by programme and year, so check the official fee page before you apply.
What IELTS score does Alliance Francaise Paris Ile-de-France need?
Language courses usually need no IELTS. Degree programmes set their own English or local-language requirement.
Can Bangladeshi students apply to Alliance Francaise Paris Ile-de-France?
Yes. Bangladeshi applicants apply as international students. Entry depends on the programme's academic, English and document requirements.
How do I get a student visa for France?
After you receive your offer, follow the France student visa steps in our France guide. Our counsellors can review your file before you submit.
How do I apply to Alliance Francaise Paris Ile-de-France?
Apply on the official admissions page of www.alliancefr.org or through Campus France: Etudes en France procedure. Prepare your passport, attested certificates, English score and statement first, and apply well before the deadline.
Sources
Decisions are made by the university and the immigration authority. Fees and rules change, so confirm before you pay.