Yes, Mexican students can study AI in France in English, with no French required at AI2. You get a direct acceptance letter, complete the Estoy aceptado route with Campus France, then file in person in Mexico City. Here is every step, with the costs in pesos.
In short: Mexican students need Campus France for a stay of more than 90 days in France. With a direct acceptance letter from a school, you use the “Estoy aceptado” route, which costs $2,900 MXN, then file in person at the Consulate General of France in Mexico City, the only place that handles this visa. At AI2, the Bachelor costs €9,000 a year (about 189,000 MXN) in Years 1 and 2, and MSc Year 1 costs €12,500 (about 262,500 MXN), from €10,500 with scholarship. Intakes are in February, May and September 2027.
AI2 (Applied Institute of Artificial Intelligence) is a French school of applied AI and data science at Écouen, 22 minutes from Paris Gare du Nord. French is not required for its English-taught programmes.
What AI2 costs in Mexican pesos
| Programme | Tuition | In local currency | Start |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor in Applied AI, Years 1 and 2 | €9,000 a year | about 189,000 MXN | February, May or September 2027 |
| Bachelor, final year | €9,900 | about 208,000 MXN | Follows Year 2 |
| MSc, Year 1 | €12,500, from €10,500 with scholarship | about 262,500 MXN, from 220,500 MXN | February, May or September 2027 |
| MSc, 18-month direct entry | €13,000 single fee, from €11,300 with scholarship | about 273,000 MXN, from 237,500 MXN | See tuition fees |
| Fast-Track Data Science, 11 months | €12,500, or €11,000 before 15 November 2026 | about 262,500 MXN | February 2027 |
Local amounts use the European Central Bank rate of 2 November 2026 and are rounded. They are indicative: AI2 bills in euros.
Your route from Mexico in 6 steps
When to start
Campus France Mexico lets you start within the 5 months before classes begin. The consular guide opens appointments from 180 days before classes, while the older FAQ says 3 months, so check the calendar early, because high season fills up. For February 2027, start now.
What the consulate checks at a private school
- Tuition proof. For a private school, your file must include a copy of your tuition payment, in full or as a deposit.
- Funds. €877.50 for each month of stay, about 18,400 MXN, since 1 August 2026. Twelve months comes to €10,530, about 221,000 MXN.
- How to prove it. A guarantor with a letter, ID, income proof and three latest statements; or your own funds in a blocked account or three savings statements. Altered statements count as forgery.
- Housing. A CROUS certificate, a signed lease with deposit proof, a booking of up to 15 days with payment, a host letter or a school commitment letter.
- Passport. Valid 3 months beyond your stay; for a stay over one year, at least 15 months from the start of classes.
An incomplete file means refusal, and missing documents cannot be sent afterwards. You would restart France-Visas, pay again and return to Mexico City, so check every line before you travel.
Does a Mexican diploma get you in?
Campus France Mexico is clear: the destination school alone decides whether to accept a candidate, and you do not need to revalidate your Mexican studies before applying. These are AI2’s entry points, and admissions confirms yours in writing.
| Your background | AI2 entry to ask about | What admissions looks at |
|---|---|---|
| Bachillerato | Bachelor, Year 1 | Transcripts, with mathematics, or science for the Industrial IT track |
| One year of licenciatura | Bachelor, Year 2 | One validated year in a related field |
| TSU or two years of licenciatura | Bachelor, Year 3 | Two years of higher education in a related field |
| Licenciatura | MSc, Year 1 | Your título, transcripts and field of study |
English: AI2 asks for B2 level, shown by IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 72 or English-medium schooling. Both tests are available in Mexico. Translation: for an English-taught programme, Campus France Mexico accepts French or English. The consulate accepts Spanish, French or English. Apostille: ask admissions whether it wants an apostilled copy. Federal documents go through SEGOB, and state documents through the Secretaría de Gobierno of the issuing state.
If you plan to work or study further in Mexico afterwards, ask SEP (DGAIR) how your title will be treated before you enrol.
Funding
Campus France Mexico says there are no scholarships for a complete licenciatura in France, and most public grants it lists target public universities. So build your budget around your own funds, a guarantor and AI2’s scholarships for excellence and early application: MSc Year 1 can fall from €12,500 to €10,500. Campus France Mexico also lists FUNED, FIDERH and Fundación Beca as financing bodies. Ask each one whether it covers a private school in France.
Is an AI2 qualification recognised?
AI2’s degree programmes prepare RNCP titles at Levels 6 and 7, recognised by the French State. Campus France states that the value of a French diploma is guaranteed by the State for national diplomas, Ministry-approved diplomas and titles registered in the RNCP. You can look up each code on the France Compétences website. See is AI2 recognised and all programmes.
After you graduate
The one-year job-search permit is open to master’s-level graduates, among others, so most bachelor’s graduates who want to stay continue to a master’s first. Any AI2 BSc graduate can progress to MSc Year 1. No school can promise a job or a visa, and AI2 does not. While you study, the student visa allows up to 964 hours of work a year.
Getting to the campus
Air France lists Mexico City and Cancún among its winter 2026-27 destinations. Check current direct options before you book. Also read visa guidance, the guide for the USA and all country guides.
Frequently asked questions
Can Mexicans study AI in France in English?
Yes. AI2’s Bachelor and MSc programmes at Écouen near Paris are taught 100% in English, and French is not required.
Is Campus France mandatory from Mexico?
Yes, for adult Mexicans without EU dual nationality studying more than 90 days. Without Études en France validation, the consulate cannot receive your visa application.
How much does Campus France cost in Mexico?
The October 2026 guide lists $2,900 MXN, paid by HSBC or SPEI with a personal reference from your adviser.
Where do I apply for the French student visa in Mexico?
Only at the Consulate General of France in Mexico City, in person, by appointment. Honorary consulates do not handle it.
How much does AI2 cost in pesos?
Bachelor Years 1 and 2 cost €9,000 a year, about 189,000 MXN. MSc Year 1 costs €12,500, about 262,500 MXN, or from €10,500 with scholarship. AI2 bills in euros.
How much money do I need for the visa?
At least €877.50 for each month of stay, about 18,400 MXN. For a private school, you also add a copy of your tuition payment.
Is there a Campus France interview after direct admission?
Campus France Mexico lists none for a direct admission at Licenciatura or Master level. The consulate holds a short interview of 10 to 15 minutes.
Are there scholarships from Mexico?
Campus France Mexico says there are none for a complete licenciatura in France. AI2 offers scholarships for excellence and early application. Confirm any other funding directly with its provider.
Last checked on 2 November 2026 against the official sources listed below. Rules and fees change, so confirm them with Campus France and the French consulate before you pay.
Official sources: Campus France México: Estoy aceptado · Guía Estoy aceptado, October 2026 · Consular recommendations, October 2026 · Campus France México: FAQ · Diplomas y equivalencias · France-Visas: Mexico · Service-Public: student visa, resources and tax · SEGOB: apostille
Tell AI2 your current level: admissions confirms your entry year, tuition and scholarship in writing, then you start your visa file.
