Published on 27 March 2026

Since 2010, La Rochelle Université has been a member of the global EURAXESS Researchers in Motion network, which aims to facilitate the incoming mobility of international researchers.

Through its Euraxess Service Center, the University supports research units hosting international PhD and researchers.

In this context, the local Euraxess team is responsible for:

Provide advice on entry and residency formalities in France,
Assist with administrative procedures and matters related to daily life,
Facilitate settling in La Rochelle,
Assist with end-of-stay obligations

Whether you are recruited or invited, to benefit from this full range of support, please register on the secure Alfred platform : https://www.fnak.fr/en/register/

PhD Student and researchers welcome booklet

La Rochelle Université provides a PhD Student and a researcher welcome booklet containing essential information on administrative procedures, helping you better understand your rights and obligations, and familiarizing you with the academic and cultural environment of La Rochelle.

Documents to download

In this section

Help in setting up research projects
Skills Development
Support for international researchers and PhD students
MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships