Join us at LE SALON SANTÉ, SOCIAL, PARAMÉDICAL ET SPORT DE PARIS 2026 from October 10-11 at Porte de Versailles, Paris, to explore educational opportunities in health and social services.
Dates
10–11 Oct 2026
City / country
Paris, France
Venue
Porte de Versailles - Pavillon 7.2
Time
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Companies exhibiting at LE SALON SANTÉ, SOCIAL, PARAMÉDICAL ET SPORT DE PARIS 2026 include ANTEMED EPSILON, ASSOCIATION AFEM - AIDE AUX FUTURS ÉTUDIANTS EN MÉDECINE, BRIG, CEESO - PARIS and CENTRE LAENNEC PARIS.
Event overview
LE SALON SANTÉ, SOCIAL, PARAMÉDICAL ET SPORT DE PARIS 2026 is a key event for students and parents interested in careers in health, social services, and sports.
It offers insights into various educational paths and opportunities to interact with professionals.
TL;DR
Visitors will gain valuable insights into various educational programs, interact with industry professionals, and attend informative sessions that can help shape their career paths. Dates and Venue: LE SALON SANTÉ, SOCIAL, PARAMÉDICAL ET SPORT DE PARIS 2026 takes place on October 10-11, 2026, at Porte de Versailles - Pavillon 7.2, Paris. Buyer Authority: Attendees include high school students, university students, and parents seeking guidance on educational paths in health.
Exhibitors will have the opportunity to showcase their educational offerings, connect with potential students, and enhance their visibility in the health and social services sectors. Scale and Focus: This event is essential for students and parents exploring careers in health, social services, and sports, featuring numerous exhibitors and educational sessions. Organiser: The event is organised by L'Etudiant, a leading educational platform in France.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Halls & areas
1place de la Porte de Versailles, 75015 Paris, France
Entrances & gates
Main Entrance
Food options
Cafeteria
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How the last edition performed
Impact
LE SALON SANTÉ, SOCIAL, PARAMÉDICAL ET SPORT DE PARIS 2026 is a key event for students and parents interested in careers in health, social services, and sports. It offers insights into various educational paths and opportunities to interact with professionals. This event plays a crucial role in guiding future professionals in health and social services, addressing the growing demand for skilled workers in these sectors. Join us at LE SALON SANTÉ, SOCIAL,.
Audience quality
Visitors typically include High school students exploring career options in health and social services, University students seeking further education opportunities, Parents looking for guidance on educational paths for their children, Professionals in the health and social sectors interested in networking. Dates and Venue: LE SALON SANTÉ, SOCIAL, PARAMÉDICAL ET SPORT DE PARIS 2026 takes place on October 10-11, 2026, at Porte de Versailles - Pavillon 7.2, Paris. Scale and Focus: This event is essential for students.
Exhibitor outcomes
Exhibitors will have the opportunity to showcase their educational offerings, connect with potential students, and enhance their visibility in the health and social services sectors. Scale and Focus: This event is essential for students and parents exploring careers in health, social services, and sports, featuring numerous exhibitors and educational sessions. Organiser: The event is organised by L'Etudiant, a leading educational platform in France. Exhibitor categories include Educational institutions offering.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Attending LE SALON SANTÉ, SOCIAL, PARAMÉDICAL ET SPORT DE PARIS 2026 on 2026-10-10 to 2026-10-11 in Paris lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Parcoursup-driven admissions
Parcoursup is France's national post-baccalaureate application platform and it now shapes how students compare, shortlist and rank health and social programmes.
Health workforce shortages
France's care, nursing and social work sectors report persistent staffing gaps, which raises demand for paramedical and social training places.
Growth of alternance and work-study routes
Alternance and apprenticeship routes combine classroom study with paid workplace training and are expanding across paramedical and social care education.
Digital orientation research
Students increasingly research schools online through comparison platforms, webinars and school portals before attending an in-person fair.
Convergence of sport and health training
Sports science, physiotherapy and adapted physical activity programmes are converging with mainstream health education.
Buyers covering medical often plan LE SALON SANTÉ, SOCIAL, PARAMÉDICAL ET SPORT DE PARIS 2026 alongside regional peer shows to compare products, pricing, and service coverage across markets.
Pre-show
Confirm exhibitor meetings and product demos for LE SALON SANTÉ, SOCIAL, PARAMÉDICAL ET SPORT DE PARIS 2026.
Show week
Hall walk-throughs, live demos, and supplier negotiations.
Peer events are widely known sector fairs; verify dates on each organiser website before booking.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Charles de Gaulle
Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is the main commercial gateway serving Paris; allow 45–60 min by road or rail to Porte de Versailles - Pavillon 7.2.
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Paris Orly
Paris Orly (ORY) is the main commercial gateway serving Paris; allow 45–60 min by road or rail to Porte de Versailles - Pavillon 7.2.
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Paris Beauvais
Paris Beauvais (BVA) is the main commercial gateway serving Paris; allow 45–60 min by road or rail to Porte de Versailles - Pavillon 7.2.
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Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Metro
Metro Line 12 runs direct to Porte de Versailles station (exit 1 for pavilions 2-7); allow 20-30 minutes from central Paris.
Tram
Tram lines T2 and T3a stop at Porte de Versailles - Parc des Expositions, a short walk from the halls.
Taxi / rideshare
Allow 45-70 minutes depending on traffic; official taxi ranks operate at each terminal.
Taxi / rideshare
Allow 20-35 minutes by road; Orlyval plus metro Line 12 is the cheaper public option.
Coach / taxi
Beauvais is about 85 km north of Paris; allow 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes by road.
Parking
Parking F sits next to the convention centre; arrive early or pre-book on busy show days.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schengen short-stay visa (Type C, business visitor) | Nationals of countries without a Schengen visa-waiver agreement travelling to attend the fair, visit partners or take part in conferences | $100.00 | Typically about 15 calendar days; apply at least 3-6 weeks ahead and up to 6 months in advance | |
| Visa-free short stay (Schengen waiver) | EU/EEA passport holders and citizens of waiver countries such as the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan and South Korea | Not yet confirmed | Not applicable; entry granted on arrival |
EU/EEA nationals and passport holders from Schengen visa-waiver countries including the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan and South Korea may attend the show for a short stay without a visa. All other visitors should apply through France-Visas.
France accepts ATA carnets for the temporary import of exhibition goods and professional equipment. If you ship display material, stand electronics or demo units, confirm carnet and customs handling with the freight agent and the venue before build-up.
Official visa pageWeather
Paris in October 2026 (show dates 10-11 October) is mild autumn weather with average highs near 16-18°C, lows near 9-10°C and around 30-35 mm of rain over roughly 6-11 rain days. Layers plus a light rain jacket suit both indoor halls and outdoor metro walks.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
EU roaming may apply for EU SIMs; local prepaid SIM and eSIM options are widely available — confirm venue Wi‑Fi with the organiser.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Registration
Confirm registration and venue access with the organiser before travelling to Paris.
Arrival
Arrive early on the first show day for orientation and security screening.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: CDG
Book flights to CDG when possible for the shortest transfer to the venue; compare ORY only if fares are materially lower.
France is part of the Schengen area. EU/EEA and visa-waiver nationals can enter visa-free for a short visit; other visitors generally need a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa for tourism or business, valid for up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
Estimated cost: Approx. EUR 90 (about USD 100) adult Schengen short-stay visa fee; service-centre handling charges may be added locally.
Processing: Book an appointment and apply at least 15 calendar days before travel, and ideally 3-6 weeks ahead; processing is usually around 15 calendar days after biometrics, longer in peak summer and autumn periods.
Apply online through the official France-Visas portal and submit biometrics at the authorised visa centre for your country. Bring your invitation or registration confirmation, hotel booking, travel insurance, proof of funds and return travel.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Charles de Gaulle (CDG): Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is the main commercial gateway serving Paris; allow 45–60 min by road or rail to Porte de Versailles - Pavillon 7.2.; Paris Orly (ORY): Paris Orly (ORY) is the main commercial gateway serving Paris; allow 45–60 min by road or rail to Porte de Versailles - Pavillon 7.2.; Paris Beauvais (BVA): Paris Beauvais (BVA) is the main commercial gateway serving Paris; allow 45–60 min by road or rail to Porte de Versailles - Pavillon 7.2.. A
Hotel → venue: Venue-adjacent hotels such as Courtyard by Marriott, Hôtel Oceania, OKKO and Novotel are 390-720 m from the halls and can be walked in 5-10 minutes. From other districts, take metro Line 12 to Porte de Versailles station (exit 1 for pavilions 2-7) or tram T2/T3a to Porte de Versailles - Parc des Expositions; allow 20-40 minutes from central Paris.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Paris; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Paris Expo Porte de Versailles is served by metro Line 12 (Porte de Versailles station, exit 1 for pavilions 2-7) and metro Line 8 (Balard), plus tram lines T2 and T3a at Porte de Versailles - Parc des Expositions. RATP single tickets are typically around EUR 2-3; use the RATP itinerary planner or a Navigo Easy card for show-day travel.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Porte de Versailles - Pavillon 7.2; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: October 2026
Temperature: October in Paris is mild and transitional: average daytime highs around 16-18°C and overnight lows around 9-10°C, cooling noticeably towards the end of the month.
Seasonality: October is a moderately wet month in Paris, with roughly 30-35 mm of rain spread across about 6-11 rain days and around 6 hours of sunshine per day.
Packing: Pack layered clothing for 9-18°C days: light sweaters, a warm jacket for evenings, a compact rain jacket or umbrella for showers, comfortable walking shoes for cobbled pavements, and a Type E/F European plug adapter.
Plan your trip
Confirm passport validity and visa needs — EU/EEA and Schengen waiver nationals can enter visa-free; other visitors should apply via France-Visas at least 3-6 weeks before travel.
Book flights to Paris (CDG or ORY) — Orly is closest to Porte de Versailles at about 15 km; Charles de Gaulle is about 30 km. Book early for October demand.
Reserve a hotel near Paris Expo Porte de Versailles — Venue-adjacent 4-star hotels such as Courtyard by Marriott, Oceania, OKKO and Novotel sit 390-720 m from the halls.
Complete online visitor registration — Register through the official Salon de l'Etudiant site at salon-sante-social-paramedical-et-sport-paris.salon.letudiant.fr and keep your confirmation ready.
Plan transport from hotel to venue — Metro Line 12 or tram T2/T3a stop at Porte de Versailles; allow 20-30 minutes from central Paris.
Download the programme and floor plan — Map exhibitor stands and conference or workshop times for health, social, paramedical and sport pathways in Pavilion 7.2.
Shortlist schools and programmes — List the universities, IFSI and IFMK institutes and sports schools you want to question about admission criteria.
Prepare documents and questions — Bring CV copies, transcripts or equivalent records and written questions on Parcoursup and entry requirements.
Check the Paris October forecast and pack — Expect 9-18°C with rain showers; pack layers, a rain jacket, comfortable walking shoes and a Type E/F adapter.
Arrange travel money and connectivity — The local currency is the euro (EUR); cards are widely accepted and an EU or travel eSIM covers mobile data.
Arrive in Paris and collect your badge on site — The show runs 10-11 October 2026 at Porte de Versailles Pavilion 7.2; arrive early on day one for orientation and security checks.
Budget
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Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
visa_fee
visitor · Schengen short-stay visa (Type C, business visitor)
USD 100 / per application
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
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| visa_fee | visitor | Schengen short-stay visa (Type C, business visitor) | USD 100 / per application | official |
Decision
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QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Assess how this option fits your objectives.
Best for
Students, parents and school counsellors comparing health, social, paramedical and sport study pathways in a single trip to Paris.
Min. budget
$350.00
Timeline
4-6 weeks to book travel and accommodation and to complete free online registration.
Risks
October hotel demand in Paris near the venue pushes up room rates.
Non-Schengen visitors need a short-stay visa applied for several weeks in advance.
exhibit
Assess how this option fits your objectives.
Best for
Universities, IFSI and IFMK institutes, social work schools and sport training providers recruiting students for 2027 entry.
Min. budget
$2,200.00
Timeline
About 3 months before the show to book the stand, finalise build and ship material.
Risks
Stand allocation in Pavilion 7.2 is limited and released on a first-come basis.
Freight and customs lead times for display equipment entering France.
skip
Assess how this option fits your objectives.
Best for
Professionals with no role in health, social, paramedical or sport education and no interest in French student pathways.
Min. budget
Not yet confirmed
Timeline
None.
Risks
Missing an early view of competitor programme positioning and 2027 admission messaging.
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