Erasmus in Lille
The official links people use most when they arrive in Lille. We opened each one on its website, and each shows the date we checked it.
To start with
Universities
International offices for exchange students.
- Coming on exchange to the University of LilleUniversité de Lille
Information for coming with Erasmus+ or other exchange programmes and how to apply.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
- Exchange at the Catholic University of LilleUniversité Catholique de Lille
Private university with a wide partner network. Explains how to apply and enrol as an exchange student.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
- Incoming mobility at Sciences Po LilleSciences Po Lille
How to apply from a partner university and the course offer for exchange students.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
When you arrive
Student associations and welcome services.
- ESN Lille: Erasmus welcome associationESN Lille
Local ESN section with the ESNcard and activities for international students.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
- University of Lille International HouseUniversité de Lille
University welcome point for international students: support, Welcome Days and tips for living in Lille.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
- Lille student starter packVille de Lille
City guide in French and English covering housing, health, culture, sport and free places to study.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
- Crous Lille: university restaurants and student servicesCrous Lille Nord Pas-de-Calais
Public body for student life: university restaurants, residences and social support.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
Erasmus associations
ESN sections, AEGEE and international student associations: activities, buddies and help when you arrive.
- ESN Lille: who they areESN Lille
ESN section in Lille: welcome, help with paperwork, events and cultural trips for international students.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
- IÉSEG International Club in LilleInternational Club IÉSEG
IÉSEG student club that welcomes international students in Lille, runs buddies and organises events and trips. Aimed at the school's students.
Checked on 24 October 2026
Parties and events
Welcome parties, language exchanges and events for international students. Buy tickets only on the organiser's own website.
- ESN Lille: event ticketsESN Lille
Sign-up for its plans: weekly Tuesday meetup in a different bar, dance classes and parties, some with Erasmus Place.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
- University of Lille Welcome DaysUniversité de Lille (Maison internationale)
Welcome days in September and January with guided tours, workshops and the «Big Welcoming Night». Open to all students; some places are limited.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
- Erasmus Place: Erasmus parties in LilleErasmus Place
Themed parties for international students in Lille, with tickets on its website.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
Trips and excursions
Trips and excursions for Erasmus students. Before paying, check who organises the trip and pay only on their official website.
- Erasmus Place: trips from LilleErasmus Place
Trips from Lille (Champagne, Versailles, Normandy and Brittany, Christmas markets in Bruges, Cologne or Strasbourg). Run by Lille-based THE CONNECT, which publishes operator number IM059220006.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
Paperwork
What an EU student staying for a semester has to do.
- CAF housing benefit for studentsCaf du Nord
Apply as soon as you move in, in your own name and with your own income, from the Logement section of caf.fr.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
- CVEC: exchange students do not pay itMinistère de l'Enseignement supérieur (etudiant.gouv.fr)
If you come with Erasmus+ and pay no tuition fees in France, you do not need to do anything.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
- Right to open a bank accountService-Public.fr
If a bank refuses you, the Banque de France can assign one. You only need to live in France, whatever your nationality.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
Transport
Public transport, passes and bikes.
- Ilévia passes for residents aged 4 to 25Ilévia
Discounts of up to half on metro, tram and bus if you live in a town of the European Metropolis of Lille.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
- V'lille: Lille public bike schemeIlévia
Subscriptions and time credit for the V'lille bike scheme, plus bike shelters.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
Health and emergencies
European Health Insurance Card, emergencies and doctors.
- Healthcare for EU students: European Health Insurance CardMinistère de l'Enseignement supérieur (etudiant.gouv.fr)
With a European Health Insurance Card valid for the whole year you do not need to register with Ameli. Without it, register at etudiant-etranger.ameli.fr.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
- Emergency numbers: 112 and othersService-Public.fr
112 works across the EU. France also has 15 (medical emergencies), 17 (police), 18 (fire brigade) and 114 by text or app for deaf people.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
Student discounts
Cards and reduced prices for young people and students.
- Pass Lille & moi: perks for residentsVille de Lille
Free card for residents of Lille, Hellemmes or Lomme: free city museums on Sundays, free zoo and free library loans.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
Culture and city life
Official tourism, events and libraries.
- Lille tourist officeLille Tourisme
Official tourism website with ideas for visits, activities and events.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
Offers for students in your city
Every two weeks, an email with discounts and useful things for Erasmus students in Lille: transport, trips, activities and services. Only while you are there.
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Other cities in France
These are links to official websites. If one no longer works or has changed, write to us at hello@erasmuskit.com.