The Euraxess Centres at Université de Lorraine offer a special bilingual programme designed to assist international PhD students and researchers. Let’s discover the annual calendar of Activities prepared by your EURAXESS managers!
At the beginning of the academic year, three welcome webinars will provide you with essential information and opportunities for integration. The topics are: visa applications, the healthcare system in France and finding accommodation in Lorraine. Throughout the year, interactive FAQ live sessions will be held to answer all your questions.
Practical workshops will help you better understand the French administrative system, particularly regarding CPAM affiliation and taxation. To enrich your experience, a cultural visit will introduce you to the region’s rich heritage.
This annual calendar offers a comprehensive program and personalised support to facilitate your move to Lorraine.

Stay up to date with our FAQ sessions
In order to offer you personalised assistance, the Euraxess Centres at the Université de Lorraine hold live themed sessions throughout the academic year. The live Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)sessions, scheduled from 12:00 p.m. to 1 p.m., are the perfect opportunity to get specific answers to your questions and make your settlement in Lorraine easier.
2026 –2027 CALENDAR
07/10/2026 Visa validation (French & English)
07/04/2027 Health insurance, mutual insurance (French & English)
12/05/2027 Residence permit renewal (French & English)
Registration required here
Cultural Visit
The Euraxess Centres in Metz and Nancy invite you to an exclusive guided tour, specially designed for international researchers in Lorraine and their families.
This is a great opportunity to explore the city of Nancy rich cultural and architectural heritage while interacting with the academic community.
2026 –2027 CALENDAR
27/11/2025 City tour of Nancy (French & English)
Registration is required here





Workshop: CPAM Paris Transformation
Were you registered with the CPAM in your place of residence as a student and have you just obtained, or are about to obtain, Talent status?
Transferring your file to the CPAM in Paris is a mandatory step. Our workshops will guide you step by step to facilitate this process and ensure the continuity of your health coverage.
2026 –2027 CALENDAR
Janvier 2027 CPAM Paris transfer workshop (French)
January 2027 CPAM Paris transfer workshop (English)
Workshop: Income Tax Retours
In partnership with theDirection Départementale des Finances Publiques (DDFIP) of Moselle (57) and Meurthe-et-Moselle (54), we are hosting two morning sessions to help you with your tax returns.
In France, tax returns are mandatory for anyone with income, even if it is not taxable. Taxpayers must declare their income from the previous year, including salaries, benefits and property income.
2026 –2027 CALENDAR
Presentation of income tax returns in French
Presentation of income tax returns in Englis
Inscription obligatoire



Prep’ Days Webinars
Prepare for your stay in Lorraine with our webinars. Three webinars, organised in July and October, will help you settle in Lorraine.
On the programme: visa application procedures, finding accommodation and understanding the healthcare system in France before you depart. An ideal opportunity to plan ahead and make your arrival easier!
2026 –2027 CALENDAR
Prep' Days Webinar: Health (Fr & En)
Days Webinar: Accommodation (Fr & En)
Days Webinar: Visa (Fr & En)
Registration is required here

Cafés EURAXESS
The EURAXESS Centres at the Université de Lorraine organise six annual meetings for administrative staff from over 60 laboratories and their institutional partners (CNRS, CHRU de Nancy, Georgia Tech Europe, INRIA, INRAE, INSERM, AgroParisTech). These Cafés EURAXESS are valuable opportunities to share essential information about residence rights and best practices for welcoming international PhD students and researchers in Lorraine.
For more information about the EURAXESS Network, visit EURAXESS France website.
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