Health insurance

The French health insurance system includes basic health insurance (covered by Assurance Maladie) and optional complementary health insurance (often called mutuelle), offered by private organizations or by Assurance Maladie.

acc&ss Paris Centre assists you with all your health insurance procedures. Please click the button that best describes your situation to be redirected to the relevant page.

French Health Insurance : a step-by-step guide to your registration

Health insurance coverage is mandatory for all residents in France to ensure your healthcare costs are covered. Depending on your situation, registration with the French Social Security system may be compulsory, optional, or not possible. If you are not eligible for the French scheme, you must maintain your original insurance or take out private health insurance.

💡Please note: Before starting any procedures, contact acc&ss or your host institution to confirm the process best suited to your profile.

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Private Health Insurance