In the context of Reunion island, the population is faced with a linguistic hierarchy. This proposal explores, the effects of mobility experience on the linguistic and cultural perceptions of students from Reunion island who are in mobility situations in France and internationally. Through qualitative interviews, this proposal explores how mobility influences their perception and the appreciation of Creole, oscillating between integration into academic environments dominated by other languages and maintenance of original cultural practices. This study highlights the tension between aspirations for success and identity anchoring, revealing how mobility reconfigures students’ linguistic and cultural ties.