The French government passed a new law on March 8, 2018 that will result in what it considers a simplification of French social security health coverage for 1.8 million students in France. Many of the details about how the law will be applied, however, have yet to be confirmed by the government. Information currently listed on this page will likely change once we know more in the months ahead. For more about the law, please read: https://www.service-public.fr/particuliers/actualites/A12474
Please don’t hesitate to contact us with questions or concerns about the AUP health plan at health@aup.edu
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In some rare cases, students may be eligible for an exemption. To be eligible, you must provide the Health Office a certificate from your insurance company in your name, stating that you will be covered for the duration of your stay in Paris. Dates of coverage, including a start date and an end date, must be clearly stated.
| Status | Documents to Provide |
|---|---|
| Visiting students |
A proof of insurance which must indicate: Coverage for at least 45,000 U.S. Dollars Hospitalization General medical treatment Medical repatriation Return of mortal remains |
| Students with family in Ile de France |
Proof that you have a family member who lives in Paris A valid proof of insurance Exemption form signed Copy of the Carte Vitale if you have one |
| Returning students over 28 |
Valid proof of insurance |
| Student employed in France |
Copy of your CDD/CDI Proof that your company covers you |
Coverage must be valid for the whole time that you are here to study with dates clearly visible. The requirements are non-negotiable.
The deadline to receive an exemption from AUP health coverage is the last day of orientation week. No exemption will be approved after this date, and no exceptions will be made.
Any exemption that is approved must be updated every year. That is to say, that if you plan to attend AUP for several years, for example, you must apply for an exemption at the start of each academic year.
While exemptions are possible in a limited number of cases, we strongly encourage you to enroll in the AUP health care plan as is guarantees adequate coverage and allows AUP staff to provide full support should any emergency arise.
Keep in mind that the AUP Health Office does not take responsibility for the insurance of exempt students. If a student is planning on applying for an exemption, they should become familiar with the details of their independent insurance contract, especially regarding reimbursement and hospitalization procedures before arriving in Paris.
To download the exemption form, click here.