Accomodation

How to get an accomodation in Perpignan ?

To make it easier for you to settle in Perpignan, the CUEF informs you of your options and guides you through the process.

We suggest three types of accommodation for your studies:

Accommodation in a university hall of residence (CROUS)
Accommodation in a private student residence
Accommodation with a host family

For students wishing to live in a student residence : the CROUS is an administration independent of the university. You must apply directly to CROUS for accommodation on the website messervicesetudiant.gouv.fr . Places in student residence are limited. Obtain an accomodation in this type of residence can take time. We invite you to take steps as soon as possible.

If you are unable to find the accommodation of your choice, our Welcome and Accommodation Officer can help you find temporary accommodation (hotel, youth hostel, host family, etc.). If you would like to stay with a host family, we will guide you step by step and put you in touch with your future host family.

If you still have questions about your future accommodation, please contact marie.sala@univ-perp.fr.

Accomodation options

Accomodation in the university residence

The student residence is located inside the University campus, guaranteeing total security for students. The CUEF is less than 10 minutes walk from the campus.

To get to the campus by public transport, you can take buses A and 13 - stop "Campus" and C - stop "Cité Universitaire".

Several types of accommodation are available in the student residence:

9 m² room with bathroom (shower, washbasin, WC), fridge, single bed. Sheets, pillows and crockery not provided.
Studios (14m²) and T1bis (25-30m²) in the university residence.
Services: shared kitchen, access control, WIFI. 8 rooms for people with reduced mobility.
Monthly rent: €248.71

For more information on rooms, click here
For more information about studios, click here
For more information on T1 bis apartments, click here

To book your student room, go to Messervices.etudiant.gouv.fr . CROUS residences have a limited number of flats. Priority is given to French students with grants. It is possible that you will get a place, but the CUEF cannot guarantee this.

Accomodation in a private student residence

Close to the university campus or accessible by bus, the following residences provide furnished and equipped studio flats from 16 to 21m², in secure buildings offering various services: reception, wifi, laundry, common areas, etc.

The CUEF suggests you visit the websites of the following residences:

You'll find more information about their flats, prices, availability and services.

Please note that there are other student residences in Perpignan, and that we are giving you these addresses as a suggestion. CUEF has no way of guaranteeing that you will get accommodation in these residences.

Accomodation in a host family

The best way to enjoy a totally immersive and culturally enriching experience!

CUEF host families are carefully selected. They will share their daily family life with you, introduce you to French culture, show you around the region and make sure you integrate well into your new environment.

The accommodation is located in Perpignan or its immediate suburbs. For more outlying accommodation, the university is always accessible by bus.

Single room, furnished with a bed, desk and storage space. Access to the whole house.
Rates: €30/night (including breakfast, evening meal, water, electricity and Wi-Fi connection).

On your arrival, your family will meet you at Perpignan station or airport.

During your stay, our Welcome and Accommodation Manager will be your point of contact for any questions or difficulties you may have. If you have any questions about accommodation with a host family, you can write to her at the following address: marie.sala@univ-perp.fr

Housing assistance

Visale guarantee

The Visale guarantee is a free deposit offered to tenants by Action Logement. It covers the payment of rent and damage to the principal residence in the event of default by the tenant.

If necessary, Action Logement reimburses the landlord. The tenant must then reimburse Action Logement for all sums paid to the lessor on the tenant's behalf, according to a schedule adapted to the tenant's financial situation.

Request for visale guarantee

Housing assistance

Foreign students on low incomes can receive housing benefit (APL) while studying in France.

If this applies to you, these allowances can help you to finance part of your rent. The amount depends on your financial resources, the cost of your rent and the number of people living in your accommodation.

The organization managing the APL, the Caisse d'Allocations Familiales, is an administration independent of the university. We have no way of supporting your application or informing you of its status.

To apply, you must:

Live in France
Have a valid residence permit
Be enrolled at a French university.

If you live in a CROUS residence and receive an allowance, this will be deducted from your rent. If you live in another type of accommodation (private student residence or shared flat), you will have to pay your rent fully and will receive the allowance in reimbursement.

Housing benefit is retroactive: if your application is validated, you will receive the benefit in reimbursement for the months from the date your application was received. After that, you will receive the allowance monthly until the end of your stay.

The procedure to obtain an allowance may take several months. You will have to pay your rent in full until your application is validated.

Once you have enrolled at UPVD, you can ask the Welcome Desk to help you apply for housing benefit.

Updated : December 17, 2024