As moving to France can be quite expensive, estimating your budget is essential.
The month at the start of the new academic year is a financially difficult month as you have to pay the tenancy deposit (dépôt de garantie) to move in your accommodation.
Find here the main items of expenditure to be expected in Rennes which, depending on your own particular situation, you will have to deal with.
Once a year, you will also have to pay the “taxe d’habitation”, council/local tax for housing.
More information on Campus France website to help you estimating your budget.
Note that to reduce some housing charges:
- Housing allowance – so called CAF – is also available
- Sharing a flat could reduce housing costs