Last updated on 19 juil. 2020
Published on April 1, 2020 – Updated on July 19, 2020
It takes an average monthly budget of about €850 to live properly in Lyon.
To allow you to compare the cost of living in France with that of your country, here are a few examples of prices to give you an indication:
| Civil liability insurance (compulsory insurance) |
€25-30/year |
|---|---|
| Social Security (health insurance) | being a student in France entitles you to refunds on most (around 70%) of your health expenses |
| Complementary health insurance (optional) | around €50/month |
| Rent | €400-600/month |
| Renters insurance (compulsory insurance) | €30-70/year |
| Electricity, gas, water | €30/month |
| Public transportation subscription | under 28 years old: €32.50/month; 28+ years old: €65/month. For more information, please visit https://www.tcl.fr |
| Meals at the university restaurant | starting at €3.25 |
| Dinner in a restaurant | starting at €15 |
| Groceries | about €200/month |
| Culture/Hobbies | around €200/month |
| Telephone/Internet | €20-40/month* *Remember to unlock your mobile phone before arriving in France so you can take advantage of better prices. |
Open a bank account
It is recommended that you open a bank account in Lyon; this will make it easier for you to apply for housing assistance (CAF), for the residence permit, the paying bills, etc...
We suggest you start by checking with your bank in your home country if they have any partnerships with a bank in France.
We suggest you start by checking with your bank in your home country if they have any partnerships with a bank in France.