Cost of living in Nantes

You can expect to incur monthly expenses as follows:

• Accommodation: ranging from €250 to €650 depending on your type of accommodation.
  Average student rent in Nantes for 2025–2026: €511 for a 23m² studio flat (source: Papernest)
  Depending on your circumstances, you may be eligible for personalised housing support.
• Food: €200
• Transport: Naolib pass: €25.50 per month for under-26s (10 monthly payments per year). Public transport is free at weekends.
• Leisure and other activities: €100

Don't forget to factor into your budget additional annual or one-off charges such as:

• Insurance (health, housing & civil liability: €350 per annum
• if you have to validate your VISA TS or extend your residence permit, you will pay €50 or €75 for fees (fiscal stamp)