VISALE

 

VISALE: State-Guaranteed Rental Deposit

- What is it?: Visale is a free service provided by the French state (Action Logement) that acts as a guarantor for your rent.

- Purpose: It reassures landlords by guaranteeing that your rent and utility charges will be paid if you ever fall behind, making it much easier for students to secure housing.

- Eligibility: It is widely accessible to students aged 18 to 30, regardless of their nationality.

-How it works: You apply for a "Visale certificate" online *before signing your lease; once approved, you provide this certificate to your potential landlord.

- Benefits: It eliminates the need for a private guarantor (often difficult for international students to find) and is accepted by many landlords and student residences across France.

 

Garantme

   Garantme: Rental Guarantor Service

- Private Guarantor Service: Unlike Visale, which is a state-funded service, Garantme is a private company that acts as a guarantor for tenants who do not have a French guarantor.

- Purpose: The service is designed to reassure landlords by guaranteeing the payment of rent, charges, and potential property damage, thereby facilitating the rental application process for international students.

- Eligibility: It is open to all students, including those who do not meet the age or nationality requirements for state-funded schemes like Visale.

- How it Works: Tenants apply online to get their "Garantme certificate," which can then be presented to landlords to strengthen their rental application.

- Cost: As it is a private service, there is a fee associated with obtaining the guarantee, which typically depends on the duration of the lease.

  Studapart Guarantee

- Financial Security: The Studapart Guarantee acts as a rental guarantor for students who do not have a personal guarantor in France.

- Accessibility: It is designed to assist international students, regardless of their nationality, in securing their rental applications.

- Landlord Reassurance: By providing this guarantee, the service reassures landlords that rent payments are secured, making it easier for students to be accepted for housing.

- Integrated Process: The guarantee is part of the Studapart platform experience, allowing students to manage their housing search and financial requirements in one place.