The Pasteur - Paris University International Doctoral Program
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
- Application (Student)
- Application (Host lab)
- Interview
- University - Doctoral School
- Ph.D. Program
- Life in Paris
Application (Student)
What is the application process?
You need to fill out the application form, found under the ‘Application Procedure’ link on our main webpage, before the deadline. The Host lab to which you are applying will then send the completed document to phd@pasteur.fr
N.B. Parts of the application form need to be filled with the help of the host lab you are applying to. Take that into account with respect to the submission deadline.
When does the application process begin?
The application period starts the mid September. Prospective students are free to contact the lab (s) they are interested in at any time before the application period opens.
When is the application deadline?
Deadlines for each application cycle are usually in mid-December. The exact date for each application period will be indicated on the home page of the Ph.D. program website.
What is the first step in the application process?
The first step is to identify and contact a host lab in which you would be interested in doing your Ph.D. research. Profiles and contact information for laboratories currently recruiting prospective Ph.D. students at Institut Pasteur can be found under the Current Call link on our main webpage. The student will fill out the application form only once (s)he has been selected by a host lab, and the application form must include a letter of approval by the host lab.
May I contact a lab that is not listed on the Doctoral Program Website?
You are free to contact any lab of your choice at the Institut Pasteur in Paris. The list of all laboratories at Institut Pasteur can be found on the Pasteur website (scientific-departments). However, the labs not listed on the Doctoral program website are unlikely to search for a student for this program in the upcoming academic period.
May I contact several host labs?
You may contact as many host labs as you wish. However, if you are selected by more than one host lab for application to this program, you will be required to choose only one at the time of submission of your application.
Does my host lab have to be situated at Institut Pasteur in Paris?
Yes. The only exception concerns laboratories associated with the Labex "Revive"
What are the degree prerequisites for consideration of acceptance in the Pasteur-Paris University International Ph.D. program?
A Masters of Science (M.Sc.), or an equivalent degree that would formally qualify you to register for a Ph.D. program in the French University system, is required to be considered for acceptance into this program. In some cases, students who have carried out an undergraduate research project in addition to their B.A. or B.Sc. degree may qualify. The host lab can inquire into this with its affiliate doctoral school.
By what date must I have finished my M.Sc. or equivalent degree in order to enroll in the PhD program?
You do not need to have finished your M.Sc. or equivalent degree prior to the application deadline. The degree must be completed by summer of the following year, in order to register at the Paris Universities. A certified copy of the diploma or a written attestation of completion must be available before the start of the program. Exact dates of the deadline of completion of the degree (June to September) will differ based on each laboratory’s university affiliation.
Is there an age limit or a time limit between the date of my Master’s degree and filing the application?
No, there is no age limit. Nonetheless, this program targets students who are at the beginning of their career.
Do I need to apply directly to the University?
Your application will be send to the Institut Pasteur PPU Graduate office by your host lab. If you are accepted into the program, you will then need to register at the individual university.
Are specific standardized test scores required and where should they be sent?
We do not require them, but if you have taken tests, such as TOEFL, TOEIC, GRE, etc, please include the scores in your CV as part of the application form.
Are there country-specific requirements for international applicants?
No.
What are the language requirements?
A fluent knowledge of English is required. Knowledge of French is not required, and French language classes will be part of the Ph.D. program curriculum.
If I have done my university studies outside of France, but will earn my Master’s degree from a French institution, am I eligible to apply?
No.
I already have been granted a Ph.D. fellowship. Does this guarantee a place in the program ?
No. All applicants are evaluated solely on the basis of program qualification and scientific potential. All applicants must successfully pass the application and interview procedure in order to be eligible.
How and when will I receive notification regarding interviews?
The selection for the interview is highly competitive. The candidates selected for an interview will be notified by email before the end of January.
How and when will I receive notification regarding acceptance to the Ph.D. program?
The candidates selected for the program will be notified by email before the end of March, following an on-site interview in early March.
Where do I send application materials?
The host lab has to send the completed application PPU Graduate Office : phd@pasteur.fr
Postal address for sending the original documents or recommendation letters:
The Pasteur-Paris University International Doctoral Program
Direction de l’Enseignement
Institut Pasteur
28, rue du Dr Roux
75724 Paris, CEDEX 15
France.
Will I receive a confirmation of reception of my documents?
Yes. Once the application materials are received by the Graduate Office, you will be sent a notification by email within a week. We will only notify applicants who sent complete applications.
Is it possible to check the status of my application once it is filed?
No. The return receipt will confirm that your application has been received.
Is there an application fee?
No.
Application (Host Lab)
Can the host lab present a candidate without having a proposal of the Ph.D. project on the Web site?
Yes. However, all labs that search for a Ph.D. student for this program must inform the Graduate Office.
Can a single host Unit present multiple candidates?
See difference between host Unit and independent research team below.
With which universities must the research group be affiliated?
In order to participate in the Pasteur - Paris University International Doctoral program, a prospective host laboratory must be affiliated with a Doctoral School in one of the three partner Universities of the program (Université Paris Descartes, Université Paris Diderot, and Université Pierre et Marie Curie).
Can a host lab that already has a Ph.D. student in the program present another candidate for the following application period?
For two years following the acceptance of a student into the program, the host team cannot submit an application sponsoring an additional student. However, if there are multiple research teams in the host Unit, (recognized as independent teams) only the research team that already has a student in the program is restricted; the other research teams can submit an application for a prospective Ph.D. candidate in this period.
What information should be contained in the host lab’s recommendation letter?
The host lab must certify that it is willing to host and supervise the prospective Ph.D. candidate if he/she is accepted into the program. The host lab is free to add any further recommendation and information it may find pertinent to the candidate’s application.
Interview
Following the interview, when will I be notified of acceptance into the Ph.D. program?
Notifications of acceptance will be sent out by the Graduate Office sometime between the third or fourth week of March.
How long is the interview stay in Paris?
Four days.
What is involved in the interview process?
During your stay you will visit with your host lab extensively in order to meet and discuss with host lab members the potential research project. Individual interviews will be performed by Faculty members on site to assess each candidate’s qualifications for the Ph.D. program. The stay will also consist of a detailed visit of the Institut Pasteur and its core facilities, as well as meetings with the Ph.D. program staff. To see what scientific life is like at Institut Pasteur, meetings are also planned with scientists and current Ph.D. students working on campus in a series of informal social events.
Will the travel and accommodation expenses for participating in the interview be covered by Pasteur- Paris University International Ph.D. Program?
Yes.
University - Doctoral School
What is the connection between the Institut Pasteur and the selected Universities of Paris?
The Institut Pasteur is a non-profit research foundation. It has maintained a long tradition in teaching. Several major science courses taken through the Paris Universities are held at Institut Pasteur. The Institut Pasteur is directing and sponsoring the program. The Ph.D. research will be performed at Institut Pasteur.
For this Ph.D. program, the Institut Pasteur has developed a special partnership with three Science Universities in Paris: University of Paris Descartes, University of Paris Diderot, and University of Pierre and Marie Curie.
Both the Institut Pasteur and the Universities evaluate the eligibility and the quality of the applicants. This partnership implies that the students are affiliated to both Institut Pasteur and Paris University. The students will be registered at a Paris University, while they receive their salary from Institut Pasteur.
The students participate in courses organized either by the Institut Pasteur or the Paris University. The University of Paris delivers the diploma, on which will be indicated the co-operative nature of this program through the title “Pasteur-Paris University International Doctoral Program”.
Which Paris University should my potential lab affiliated with?
The lab should be affiliated with a doctoral school of one out of the three Universities: Paris Descartes, Paris Diderot, or Pierre and Marie Curie. You will automatically be registered to the same Doctoral School as your research team.
What is a Doctoral School?
A Doctoral School is an association of research teams which prepares Ph.D. students through an educational program for the research profession. Each French University has multiple Doctoral Schools that each are specialized for specific scientific domains. To be enrolled in a Ph.D. program, the student has to register at a Doctoral School, which will be the one based on the team’s preexisting affiliation, as described above. The research part of the Ph.D. is carried out in that lab.
Will the courses differ depending on my Paris University affiliation?
Completion of a Ph.D. at a French University requires participation in a set number of scientific courses and professional trainings. All students enrolled in the Pasteur-Paris University International Doctoral program will participate in a similar number of course and training hours, regardless of Paris University affiliation. To fulfill this requirement, students will be able to choose among a number of courses that are the most appropriate and interesting for their individual training, comprising those mandatory required by the Doctoral School. Students must inquire at the Doctoral school's administrative offices (Secretary's office) for courses, registration deadlines, and validation of professional training modules.
Who will deliver the Ph.D. diploma?
The University will deliver the diploma, which will indicate the co-operative nature of this program through the title “Pasteur-Paris University International Doctoral Program”.
Ph.D. Program
What will be the approximate starting date for each new academic year?
The program starts the first week of October. The registration at the individual Universities usually can be done in September. Sometimes, an online pre-registration is necessary in June. An arrival in Paris between September 15 and October 1 will help in order to familiarize yourself with the city, the housing and the University, as well as to prepare all the necessary paperwork. The exact arrival date may vary from student to student and will depend on the date one obtained his/her Master’s, the status of one’s Visa application (if you are not from the European Community), the host lab’s availability, and on your individual University affiliation and registration requirements.
What is the expected duration of the program, from orientation to the defense of the Ph.D.?
Students are expected to finish their Ph.D. in three years. Extensions are only granted under exceptional circumstances and are subject to approval from the Doctoral School. Extensions will only be considered if an external funding is available. The program provides funding for three years, without possible extension.
Can you summarize the practical and academic offerings of this Ph.D. program?
The program aims to meet the highest standards for education and training of Ph.D. students in the world. While spending most of the time working in the individual research projects in a lab at Institut Pasteur, the students will benefit from excellent scientific courses and professional development trainings.
The students will also be able to attend exciting seminars and participate in interactive workshops, annual retreats and Journal Clubs. The students within this program will be well supported by the staff, present as advocates for the students’ scientific education and to provide assistance in any practical matters.
A Thesis Advisory Committee will follow the students’ research progress and offer guidance as needed in addition to that provided by the laboratory in which the student is working.
To ensure that the students will be able to support themselves during their studies, the program offers a salary covering living costs and which includes health insurance.
The program also offers assistance in obtaining housing. A support for attending international conferences or summer courses will also be provided.
Does the Ph.D. program also include a Master’s program?
No.
Who do I contact if I have further questions?
If you have any further questions, do not hesitate to contact phd@pasteur.fr
Life in Paris
Is housing provided?
The Pasteur-Paris University International doctoral program will provide a logistic help in finding a studio in Paris. The Program had a special agreement with the “Cité Internationale Universitaire de Paris” (CIUP), which rents studios for Pasteur - Paris University Ph.D. students.
Starting in 2012, incomming students will be able to stay at the "Residence des Stagiaires" for 6 months. The rent is paid by the student. This is a bebeficial time to look for housing in Paris. The real estate market is tight, and very competitive, so students are encouraged to actively seek housing rental opportunities. They can apply independantly to the CIUP, and to the international houses of their respective countries as well. The STAPA, Institut Pasteur trainees organization can provide further help.
Is there additional financial support given for family and/or spouses?
No.
Will I receive help with my Visa application and other paperwork ?
Yes. The Graduate Office and the Human Resources Office of Institut Pasteur will provide assistance.
A "Protocol d'accueil" or Welcome package for visa application will be sent to selected students. The instructions in this package have to be followed strictly for completing the visa application in the most efficient way with respect to the French embassies or consulates in the respective countries. Applying independently for visa without the Protocol d'accueil will not be constructive, as it may delay application time, and often generate the wrong visa type.
Does Institut Pasteur provide funds for travel and moving expenses when arriving in Paris?
No.
Is health care included in the salary?
Yes, health care is included in the salary. Institut Pasteur ensures a coverage under the social security scheme which is applied to employees in France, with the same standards of safety and occupational health as those awarded to salaried employees holding a similar position.
After signing of their contract, instructions will be provided on how to apply for the social security number. This is required to accumulate bonus as an employee for health care benefits. The students are required to contact their place of residence social security office to start the procedure. This will eventually in several (2-5) months yield a "Carte Vitale", which can be used at health care providers to facilitate refunds on expenses. Prior to obtaining the "Carte Vitale" students can still go to doctors and other health care professionals, request a filled and signed health care sheet "Feuille de soin" and send it to their Health care office "Assurance Maladie" by mail. Please keep copies of all payments and feuille de soins. The Assurance Maladie office is located by residential proximity. See the AMELI website www.ameli.fr for more info. The website is in french. There is an English link here.
Where can I find more info on healthCare ?
Visit the website of the French Health Care service. AMELI
http://www.ameli.fr/assures/votre-caisse-paris/nous-contacter/english-speakers-your-special-advice-line_paris.php
You need to fill out the application form, found under the ‘Application Procedure’ link on our main webpage, before the deadline. The Host lab to which you are applying will then send the completed document to phd@pasteur.fr
N.B. Parts of the application form need to be filled with the help of the host lab you are applying to. Take that into account with respect to the submission deadline.
When does the application process begin?
The application period starts the mid September. Prospective students are free to contact the lab (s) they are interested in at any time before the application period opens.
When is the application deadline?
Deadlines for each application cycle are usually in mid-December. The exact date for each application period will be indicated on the home page of the Ph.D. program website.
What is the first step in the application process?
The first step is to identify and contact a host lab in which you would be interested in doing your Ph.D. research. Profiles and contact information for laboratories currently recruiting prospective Ph.D. students at Institut Pasteur can be found under the Current Call link on our main webpage. The student will fill out the application form only once (s)he has been selected by a host lab, and the application form must include a letter of approval by the host lab.
May I contact a lab that is not listed on the Doctoral Program Website?
You are free to contact any lab of your choice at the Institut Pasteur in Paris. The list of all laboratories at Institut Pasteur can be found on the Pasteur website (scientific-departments). However, the labs not listed on the Doctoral program website are unlikely to search for a student for this program in the upcoming academic period.
May I contact several host labs?
You may contact as many host labs as you wish. However, if you are selected by more than one host lab for application to this program, you will be required to choose only one at the time of submission of your application.
Does my host lab have to be situated at Institut Pasteur in Paris?
Yes. The only exception concerns laboratories associated with the Labex "Revive"
What are the degree prerequisites for consideration of acceptance in the Pasteur-Paris University International Ph.D. program?
A Masters of Science (M.Sc.), or an equivalent degree that would formally qualify you to register for a Ph.D. program in the French University system, is required to be considered for acceptance into this program. In some cases, students who have carried out an undergraduate research project in addition to their B.A. or B.Sc. degree may qualify. The host lab can inquire into this with its affiliate doctoral school.
By what date must I have finished my M.Sc. or equivalent degree in order to enroll in the PhD program?
You do not need to have finished your M.Sc. or equivalent degree prior to the application deadline. The degree must be completed by summer of the following year, in order to register at the Paris Universities. A certified copy of the diploma or a written attestation of completion must be available before the start of the program. Exact dates of the deadline of completion of the degree (June to September) will differ based on each laboratory’s university affiliation.
Is there an age limit or a time limit between the date of my Master’s degree and filing the application?
No, there is no age limit. Nonetheless, this program targets students who are at the beginning of their career.
Do I need to apply directly to the University?
Your application will be send to the Institut Pasteur PPU Graduate office by your host lab. If you are accepted into the program, you will then need to register at the individual university.
Are specific standardized test scores required and where should they be sent?
We do not require them, but if you have taken tests, such as TOEFL, TOEIC, GRE, etc, please include the scores in your CV as part of the application form.
Are there country-specific requirements for international applicants?
No.
What are the language requirements?
A fluent knowledge of English is required. Knowledge of French is not required, and French language classes will be part of the Ph.D. program curriculum.
If I have done my university studies outside of France, but will earn my Master’s degree from a French institution, am I eligible to apply?
No.
I already have been granted a Ph.D. fellowship. Does this guarantee a place in the program ?
No. All applicants are evaluated solely on the basis of program qualification and scientific potential. All applicants must successfully pass the application and interview procedure in order to be eligible.
How and when will I receive notification regarding interviews?
The selection for the interview is highly competitive. The candidates selected for an interview will be notified by email before the end of January.
How and when will I receive notification regarding acceptance to the Ph.D. program?
The candidates selected for the program will be notified by email before the end of March, following an on-site interview in early March.
Where do I send application materials?
The host lab has to send the completed application PPU Graduate Office : phd@pasteur.fr
Postal address for sending the original documents or recommendation letters:
The Pasteur-Paris University International Doctoral Program
Direction de l’Enseignement
Institut Pasteur
28, rue du Dr Roux
75724 Paris, CEDEX 15
France.
Will I receive a confirmation of reception of my documents?
Yes. Once the application materials are received by the Graduate Office, you will be sent a notification by email within a week. We will only notify applicants who sent complete applications.
Is it possible to check the status of my application once it is filed?
No. The return receipt will confirm that your application has been received.
Is there an application fee?
No.
Application (Host Lab)
Can the host lab present a candidate without having a proposal of the Ph.D. project on the Web site?
Yes. However, all labs that search for a Ph.D. student for this program must inform the Graduate Office.
Can a single host Unit present multiple candidates?
See difference between host Unit and independent research team below.
With which universities must the research group be affiliated?
In order to participate in the Pasteur - Paris University International Doctoral program, a prospective host laboratory must be affiliated with a Doctoral School in one of the three partner Universities of the program (Université Paris Descartes, Université Paris Diderot, and Université Pierre et Marie Curie).
Can a host lab that already has a Ph.D. student in the program present another candidate for the following application period?
For two years following the acceptance of a student into the program, the host team cannot submit an application sponsoring an additional student. However, if there are multiple research teams in the host Unit, (recognized as independent teams) only the research team that already has a student in the program is restricted; the other research teams can submit an application for a prospective Ph.D. candidate in this period.
What information should be contained in the host lab’s recommendation letter?
The host lab must certify that it is willing to host and supervise the prospective Ph.D. candidate if he/she is accepted into the program. The host lab is free to add any further recommendation and information it may find pertinent to the candidate’s application.
Interview
Following the interview, when will I be notified of acceptance into the Ph.D. program?
Notifications of acceptance will be sent out by the Graduate Office sometime between the third or fourth week of March.
How long is the interview stay in Paris?
Four days.
What is involved in the interview process?
During your stay you will visit with your host lab extensively in order to meet and discuss with host lab members the potential research project. Individual interviews will be performed by Faculty members on site to assess each candidate’s qualifications for the Ph.D. program. The stay will also consist of a detailed visit of the Institut Pasteur and its core facilities, as well as meetings with the Ph.D. program staff. To see what scientific life is like at Institut Pasteur, meetings are also planned with scientists and current Ph.D. students working on campus in a series of informal social events.
Will the travel and accommodation expenses for participating in the interview be covered by Pasteur- Paris University International Ph.D. Program?
Yes.
University - Doctoral School
What is the connection between the Institut Pasteur and the selected Universities of Paris?
The Institut Pasteur is a non-profit research foundation. It has maintained a long tradition in teaching. Several major science courses taken through the Paris Universities are held at Institut Pasteur. The Institut Pasteur is directing and sponsoring the program. The Ph.D. research will be performed at Institut Pasteur.
For this Ph.D. program, the Institut Pasteur has developed a special partnership with three Science Universities in Paris: University of Paris Descartes, University of Paris Diderot, and University of Pierre and Marie Curie.
Both the Institut Pasteur and the Universities evaluate the eligibility and the quality of the applicants. This partnership implies that the students are affiliated to both Institut Pasteur and Paris University. The students will be registered at a Paris University, while they receive their salary from Institut Pasteur.
The students participate in courses organized either by the Institut Pasteur or the Paris University. The University of Paris delivers the diploma, on which will be indicated the co-operative nature of this program through the title “Pasteur-Paris University International Doctoral Program”.
Which Paris University should my potential lab affiliated with?
The lab should be affiliated with a doctoral school of one out of the three Universities: Paris Descartes, Paris Diderot, or Pierre and Marie Curie. You will automatically be registered to the same Doctoral School as your research team.
What is a Doctoral School?
A Doctoral School is an association of research teams which prepares Ph.D. students through an educational program for the research profession. Each French University has multiple Doctoral Schools that each are specialized for specific scientific domains. To be enrolled in a Ph.D. program, the student has to register at a Doctoral School, which will be the one based on the team’s preexisting affiliation, as described above. The research part of the Ph.D. is carried out in that lab.
Will the courses differ depending on my Paris University affiliation?
Completion of a Ph.D. at a French University requires participation in a set number of scientific courses and professional trainings. All students enrolled in the Pasteur-Paris University International Doctoral program will participate in a similar number of course and training hours, regardless of Paris University affiliation. To fulfill this requirement, students will be able to choose among a number of courses that are the most appropriate and interesting for their individual training, comprising those mandatory required by the Doctoral School. Students must inquire at the Doctoral school's administrative offices (Secretary's office) for courses, registration deadlines, and validation of professional training modules.
Who will deliver the Ph.D. diploma?
The University will deliver the diploma, which will indicate the co-operative nature of this program through the title “Pasteur-Paris University International Doctoral Program”.
Ph.D. Program
What will be the approximate starting date for each new academic year?
The program starts the first week of October. The registration at the individual Universities usually can be done in September. Sometimes, an online pre-registration is necessary in June. An arrival in Paris between September 15 and October 1 will help in order to familiarize yourself with the city, the housing and the University, as well as to prepare all the necessary paperwork. The exact arrival date may vary from student to student and will depend on the date one obtained his/her Master’s, the status of one’s Visa application (if you are not from the European Community), the host lab’s availability, and on your individual University affiliation and registration requirements.
What is the expected duration of the program, from orientation to the defense of the Ph.D.?
Students are expected to finish their Ph.D. in three years. Extensions are only granted under exceptional circumstances and are subject to approval from the Doctoral School. Extensions will only be considered if an external funding is available. The program provides funding for three years, without possible extension.
Can you summarize the practical and academic offerings of this Ph.D. program?
The program aims to meet the highest standards for education and training of Ph.D. students in the world. While spending most of the time working in the individual research projects in a lab at Institut Pasteur, the students will benefit from excellent scientific courses and professional development trainings.
The students will also be able to attend exciting seminars and participate in interactive workshops, annual retreats and Journal Clubs. The students within this program will be well supported by the staff, present as advocates for the students’ scientific education and to provide assistance in any practical matters.
A Thesis Advisory Committee will follow the students’ research progress and offer guidance as needed in addition to that provided by the laboratory in which the student is working.
To ensure that the students will be able to support themselves during their studies, the program offers a salary covering living costs and which includes health insurance.
The program also offers assistance in obtaining housing. A support for attending international conferences or summer courses will also be provided.
Does the Ph.D. program also include a Master’s program?
No.
Who do I contact if I have further questions?
If you have any further questions, do not hesitate to contact phd@pasteur.fr
Life in Paris
Is housing provided?
The Pasteur-Paris University International doctoral program will provide a logistic help in finding a studio in Paris. The Program had a special agreement with the “Cité Internationale Universitaire de Paris” (CIUP), which rents studios for Pasteur - Paris University Ph.D. students.
Starting in 2012, incomming students will be able to stay at the "Residence des Stagiaires" for 6 months. The rent is paid by the student. This is a bebeficial time to look for housing in Paris. The real estate market is tight, and very competitive, so students are encouraged to actively seek housing rental opportunities. They can apply independantly to the CIUP, and to the international houses of their respective countries as well. The STAPA, Institut Pasteur trainees organization can provide further help.
Is there additional financial support given for family and/or spouses?
No.
Will I receive help with my Visa application and other paperwork ?
Yes. The Graduate Office and the Human Resources Office of Institut Pasteur will provide assistance.
A "Protocol d'accueil" or Welcome package for visa application will be sent to selected students. The instructions in this package have to be followed strictly for completing the visa application in the most efficient way with respect to the French embassies or consulates in the respective countries. Applying independently for visa without the Protocol d'accueil will not be constructive, as it may delay application time, and often generate the wrong visa type.
Does Institut Pasteur provide funds for travel and moving expenses when arriving in Paris?
No.
Is health care included in the salary?
Yes, health care is included in the salary. Institut Pasteur ensures a coverage under the social security scheme which is applied to employees in France, with the same standards of safety and occupational health as those awarded to salaried employees holding a similar position.
After signing of their contract, instructions will be provided on how to apply for the social security number. This is required to accumulate bonus as an employee for health care benefits. The students are required to contact their place of residence social security office to start the procedure. This will eventually in several (2-5) months yield a "Carte Vitale", which can be used at health care providers to facilitate refunds on expenses. Prior to obtaining the "Carte Vitale" students can still go to doctors and other health care professionals, request a filled and signed health care sheet "Feuille de soin" and send it to their Health care office "Assurance Maladie" by mail. Please keep copies of all payments and feuille de soins. The Assurance Maladie office is located by residential proximity. See the AMELI website www.ameli.fr for more info. The website is in french. There is an English link here.
Where can I find more info on healthCare ?
Visit the website of the French Health Care service. AMELI
http://www.ameli.fr/assures/votre-caisse-paris/nous-contacter/english-speakers-your-special-advice-line_paris.php