Opening of GATE – the Paris-Saclay Welcome Desk for International Talents
A single location to simplify administrative procedures
Located within the University Library (Building 407, Orsay), GATE allows international members of the Saclay campus to complete all the main administrative and practical procedures necessary for their stay in France in one place.
Services offered at GATE
GATE brings together several partner institutions to provide a range of services:
- Residence permits: Support for students and researchers in applying for residence permits.
- France Travail: Registration, account creation, and assistance with job searches (CVs, cover letters, interview preparation).
- Crous de Versailles: Information on Crous services, help with Izly cards, and application follow-up.
- Île-de-France Transportation: Guidance on Imagine R and Navigo cards and public transport networks (RER, buses, etc.).
- Science Accueil: Personalized support for Paris-Saclay campus residents (administrative procedures, taxes, bank accounts, French as a foreign language courses, cultural activities).
- CAF: Information on housing benefits and application follow-up.
- CPAM: Information and registration for social security, support with health-related procedures.
- Campus France: Information on settling in France, health procedures, and preventive measures.
Helping international students and researchers
Through GATE, Institut Polytechnique de Paris and its partners strengthen their commitment to welcoming foreign talent and contribute to the appeal of the Saclay campus. This unique initiative reflects a shared desire to provide a high-quality welcoming environment that promotes the integration and success of international members of the community.
IP Paris and its member schools are home to a vibrant international community, with 43% of its students and 41% of its faculty members coming from abroad. This diversity fosters academic excellence, innovation, and cultural exchange at the heart of the campus.
Practical information
Location: University Library – Building 407, rue du Doyen Georges Poitou, 91400 Orsay
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Open period: August 29 to December 17, 2025