Do I need a visa to study in France from Ireland?
No permit required
To study in France on a Ireland passport, no permit or visa is required.
| Requirement | No permit needed |
|---|---|
| What you apply for | No permit needed, freedom of movement |
| Official information | How and where to apply |
EU, EEA, and Swiss nationals need no visa or study permit for France and enrol on the same terms as French students, including for tuition fees.
Tourist visa requirements for this trip·Study permits in France for every passport·Working in France
Data last verified: 2026-07-28
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