In order to apply for a long-term visa for study in France, you must provide:

• a certificate of admission to a higher educational institution or for courses;
• your previous diploma about already received education;
• confirmation of availability of funds;
• proof of residence for the first 3 months of stay in France;
• overseas passport valid for at least the entire period of stay + 3 months;
• photos, questionnaires.

Deadline considered I have your dossier for registration of long-term visa two weeks.