Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently announced a significant development for Indian students pursuing a master’s degree in France. Previously, these students were granted a two-year work visa, but now they will be eligible for a five-year long-term post-study visa. The announcement was made during PM Modi’s address to the Indian community at LA Seine Musicale in Paris.
Indian students studying in France should profit from the decision to prolong the post-study work visa’s validity and get more chances to advance their careers. Students will be able to contribute to the French economy, obtain vital job experience in their disciplines, and further develop the educational relations between India and France thanks to the longer visa period.
In recent years, there has been a steady increase in the number of Indian students choosing France as their study abroad location. More than 6,000 Indian students choose France as their study abroad country in 2022 alone. Higher education can be pursued in this country because of its great educational system, rich cultural legacy, and accepting environment for foreign students.
Regardless of a student’s level of French proficiency, France offers a wide selection of higher education programmes that are suited to their needs. France has about 2.7 million students, 14 per cent of whom are from abroad, making it a popular choice for students from around the world.
The extension of the post-study work visa is in line with the Indian government’s initiatives to assist students in pursuing their academic and professional goals. It demonstrates the rising significance of international education and the appreciation of the significant contributions that students from India can make on a global scale.