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Learn French in Normandy
The Alliance Française de Normandie is a private higher education institution.
A leading Norman institute in France and internationally, it offers training programmes, certifications, and cultural activities throughout the year.
French Courses
Students and/or professionals: learn French at your own pace, according to your level and your needs.
Exams / Certifications
For university, at the request of the Prefecture or your company, choose an official certification.
FLE Professionals
With tailor-made support, discover the continuing education programmes of the Alliance Française network.
Residency, Nationality, Integration
Your application for nationality, residence permits, or renewals.
Language Stays
AF Normandie, the leading destination for groups and individual learners!
Companies
Tailor-made support, Qualiopi-certified, for your employees and their accompanying family members.
Welcome to the Alliance Française de Normandie
Since 1986, the Alliance Française de Normandie has been the leading centre for teaching and learning French in Normandy. A member of the international network of Alliances Françaises, it operates under the auspices of the Fondation des Alliances Françaises, a public-interest foundation.
The Alliance Française de Normandie means:
- 4 centres in Normandy
- 817 Alliances Françaises in 131 countries worldwide
- One single internationally recognised standard
Join the world’s largest cultural NGO!
Starting January 1, 2026, the civics exam will become mandatory in France (metropolitan France and overseas territories). You must pass this test if you are applying for a multi-year residence permit, residence card, or French citizenship for the first time.
From March to September 2026, the Alliance Française de Normandie is putting Africa in the spotlight with a lively and friendly cultural season!
Why study French at the Alliance Française of Normandy ?
More than an impression, an immersion
An exceptional geographical location at the gateway to the European metropolises of Paris and London, 600 kilometres of coastline, villages among the "Most Beautiful Villages of France" and several UNESCO-listed sites including Mont-Saint-Michel and the city of Le Havre: Normandy welcomes you all year round!