One destination, seven different procedures. The degree is the same, but the Campus France step, the fee and the visa centre change from one country to the next. This guide compares them, then points you to the detailed guide for your country.
⚠️ Important: no deposit, no enrolment certificate
AI2 issues your enrolment certificate only after your €5,000 deposit is paid. Campus France and the consulate ask for this certificate: without the deposit, your Études en France file and your visa application cannot go ahead.
Applying to AI2 is free: there is no application fee. If your visa or your Campus France file is officially refused, the deposit is refunded minus €300 of administrative fees, on presentation of the refusal letter. Pay only by the instructions in your AI2 documents, never to a personal account.
Your country, your procedure
| Country | Campus France step | Fee noted | Visa | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | Études en France, interview in Hanoi, Đà Nẵng or Ho Chi Minh City | VND 6,600,000 | TLScontact Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City | Full guide |
| Thailand | Pre-consular file, accepted all year | THB 5,000 for 2025-2026; ask for the current fee | See guide | Guide |
| Malaysia | Études en France, fee paid through the Alliance Française de Kuala Lumpur, then interview | RM 750 when checked | See guide | Guide |
| Indonesia | Regional Campus France office, from Medan to Surabaya | See guide | TLScontact Jakarta, 90 to 45 days before departure | Guide |
| Singapore | Études en France for any stay over 90 days | See guide | VFS Global, 79 Anson Road | Guide |
| Philippines | Online pre-consular interview with the Embassy’s cultural department | See guide | TLScontact, after the interview | Guide |
| Cambodia | Études en France for any project over 90 days | See guide | See guide | Guide |
Fees change: confirm them with your Campus France office before paying. From Laos, Myanmar, Brunei or Timor-Leste, ask the French embassy that covers your country which procedure applies.
What AI2 costs in your currency
| Currency | MSc Year 1 after scholarship (€10,500) | Bachelor, per year (€9,000) |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysian ringgit | about RM 47,600 | about RM 40,800 |
| Thai baht | about THB 395,700 | about THB 339,100 |
| Indonesian rupiah | about IDR 212.9 million | about IDR 182.5 million |
| Singapore dollar | about S$15,000 | about S$12,850 |
| Philippine peso | about PHP 747,000 | about PHP 640,300 |
| Vietnamese dong | about VND 312 million | about VND 267 million |
ECB reference rates of 30 October 2026, rounded; dong at about VND 29,700 per euro (23 October 2026). The full-price MSc Year 1 is €12,500. Rates move, so recalculate before you pay.
The route, whatever your country
- Apply to AI2. Send your diploma, transcripts and English test. Admissions reviews your file and holds an online interview.
- Receive your admission letter. It sets out your programme, tuition and intake.
- Complete your Campus France step. It depends on your country: see the table above.
- Apply for a long-stay student visa. Show at least €877.50 a month for living costs. The decision belongs to the French authorities.
- Arrive and validate your visa online within three months, with the €100 tax.
Which entry level fits you?
| You hold | Entry at AI2 |
|---|---|
| A secondary school diploma | Bachelor, Year 1 |
| A diploma or associate degree, or two years at university | Bachelor, final year |
| A bachelor’s degree in IT, engineering, mathematics or statistics | MSc |
| An engineering degree or a master’s | February Fast-Track, 11 months |
The exact match depends on your diploma: each country guide above maps your national qualifications.
Why France, from Southeast Asia?
- Taught in English. You do not need French for AI2’s programmes.
- Applied degrees. AI, data science, cybersecurity and IoT, built around projects.
- State-recognised RNCP titles at Levels 6 and 7.
- A base in Europe. A French long-stay visa or residence permit allows short stays in other Schengen countries, up to 90 days in any 180-day period. It is not a right to live or work there.
- Time after your degree. Master’s-level graduates can request a 12-month job-search or business-creation card if their diploma qualifies. A job or a permit is never guaranteed.
Compare the wider picture in our guides to studying AI in Europe in English and to France as an alternative to Canada.
Timing your intake
AI2’s 2027 intakes are February, May and September. If you have not started Campus France yet, May or September is usually safer than February. The February and May intake guide explains the calendar.
Frequently asked questions
Can students from Southeast Asia study in France in English?
Yes. AI2’s Bachelor and MSc programmes are taught 100% in English near Paris, with no French required. You need English at B2 level, for example IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 72, or proof of English-medium schooling, depending on your file.
Do I need Campus France if I am from Southeast Asia?
In most cases, yes. Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, the Philippines and Cambodia each have a Campus France step before the long-stay visa, but it differs by country. Follow the guide for your country.
How much does it cost to study AI in France?
At AI2, the Bachelor is €9,000 a year and MSc Year 1 is €12,500, from €10,500 with a scholarship. You must also show at least €877.50 a month for living costs, and pay your local Campus France fee and visa costs.
When can I start?
AI2’s 2027 intakes are February, May and September. Start your file early: Campus France and the visa can take several months, depending on your country.
Why choose France rather than Singapore or Australia?
It depends on your goal. France offers English-taught applied degrees, State-recognised RNCP titles at AI2, and short-stay travel across the Schengen area. Your budget, your career plan and the country where you want to work should decide.
Can I work in France during my studies?
Yes. A student visa allows 964 hours of work a year without a separate work authorisation. After a master’s-level degree, you can request a 12-month job-search card if your diploma qualifies.
Sources checked in October and November 2026: Campus France: Études en France · Campus France: tuition fees · France-Visas · Service-Public: student visa and resources · Service-Public: work for foreign students · ECB: euro reference rates
Applying is free. Admissions reviews your file, holds an online interview and confirms your programme, tuition and scholarship in writing.
