Capital of the Auvergne at the foot of volcanoes: industry, research, student life.

Clermont-Ferrand

Puy-de-Dôme (63) Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
24active local organizations
6quick tasks
2026-06verification of the local guide
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2Organize its transportsCheck urban subscription, TER and journeys to work or study.
3Understanding the path of careSave the 15 and the 112, then open the adapted CPAM guide.
4Identify public servicesRegister the town hall, France Services and the prefecture from the catalogue.
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For whom

Students, engineers, industry assets, nature lovers.

Cost of living

Moderate, more affordable than Lyon.

Housing

Student and active market, moderate prices.

  • Centre and campus
  • More affordable than Lyon
  • Prepare your tenant file

Transport

T2C network; tramway; near volcanoes.

  • Tramway and T2C bus
  • TER and regional links

Employment and universities

Tire industry, research, IT.

  • Clermont Auvergne University
  • Industry and R&D
  • France Travail Puy-de-Dôme

Healthcare

CHU of Clermont-Ferrand.

  • CPAM du Puy-de-Dôme
  • CHU Esting / Gabriel Montpied

Family and children

Access to nature and volcanoes.

  • Schools via town hall
  • CAF du Puy-de-Dôme

Official bodies

Administrative points of Clermont-Ferrand.

  • Mairie de Clermont-Ferrand
  • Préfecture du Puy-de-Dôme
  • France Services Clermont-Ferrand

Frequently Asked Questions

In the area?

Yes, Clermont-Ferrand is the capital of the historic Auvergne, within Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes.

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Prefecture

Préfecture du Puy-de-Dôme

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Clermont-Ferrand · Puy-de-Dôme

  • Residence permits
  • Registration
  • Address statements

Appointment required

Verified: 2026-06
France Services

France Services Clermont-Ferrand

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Clermont-Ferrand · Puy-de-Dôme

  • Digital utilities
  • Accompanying steps
  • Post, taxes, CAF

Rendez-vous not indicated as mandatory

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CPAM

CPAM Puy-de-Dôme

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Clermont-Ferrand · Puy-de-Dôme

  • Vital card
  • Refunds
  • Treating physician

Rendez-vous not indicated as mandatory

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CAF

CAF Puy-de-Dôme

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Clermont-Ferrand · Puy-de-Dôme

  • APL
  • Family allowances
  • RSA

Rendez-vous not indicated as mandatory

Verified: 2026-06
ADIL (housing)

ADIL Puy-de-Dôme

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Clermont-Ferrand · Puy-de-Dôme

  • Housing Council
  • Bail/locataire
  • Procurement

Appointment required

Verified: 2026-06
France Travail

France Travail Puy-de-Dôme

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Clermont-Ferrand · Puy-de-Dôme

  • Registration
  • Employment aid
  • Benefits

Appointment required

Verified: 2026-06
Medical

SOS Médecins Clermont-Ferrand

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Clermont-Ferrand · Puy-de-Dôme

  • Home physician

Rendez-vous not indicated as mandatory

Verified: 2026-06