Family allowances increased by 1.6% on April 1

Every year, most social benefits and Family allowances paid by the Caf (Family Allowance Fund) or the MSA (Agricultural Social Mutual Fund) are revalued on January 1 or April 1, depending on inflation. Contacted by our editorial staff, the communication office of the Ministry of Solidarity confirmed to us that this year, family allowances will increase by 1.6% on 1 April 2023. A revaluation which is to be taken into account with the revaluation of 4%, which occurred during the summer of 2022.

Over one year, the revaluation of all social benefits is therefore 5.6%. “These upgrades were also complemented by the exceptional solidarity allowance and the exceptional energy check. For the Minister, it is a priority to mitigate inflation to protect the most vulnerable against rising prices, and to have relevant levels of revaluation”, we were told. Furthermore, the ministry could in future set up “a future upgrade in the summer” 2023 to adjust for inflation. “We are not there yet today, but it is one of the scenarios we are working on”tells us the ministry.

Who can benefit from family allowances?

At the birth of a child, parents benefit from family benefits which allow them to welcome their newborn in the best conditions and to meet the expenses related to the birth of a child (childcare, clothing, schools, nanny, etc.). Family allowances are paid to people with at least 2 dependent children under the age of 20. (and from the first child in the overseas departments). They vary according to the resources of the family, the number and the age of the children. Depending on the number of children, family benefits are therefore not the same. For example, family allowances are paid from the second child, and the family supplement from three children.

The latest news on family allowances

Family allowances: what are the resource ceilings?

Remember to take into account the categorical net income of 2021 for the year 2023. It is therefore all income (salaries, income from land and furniture, agricultural profits, etc.) without charges (alimony, costs of care for the elderly, etc.) and tax allowances (person aged over 65, disabled person, etc.). So here are the 2021 resource ceilings applicable until March 31 for family allowances:

What is the amount of family allowances in 2023?

here are the amounts currently in force until March 31, 2023 corresponding to the ceilings above:

What family allowances are paid from the first child?

At the birth of your first childyou benefit from the Childcare benefit (Paje).

The birth bonus

The birth bonus of 1003.95 euros (double if you give birth to twins). Since April 1, 2021, this birth bonus has been paid subject to means testing from the 7th month of pregnancy. If you receive the basic allowance from the Paje, then you will receive these two benefits at the same time.

The adoption bonus

Parents who adopt a child benefit from the adoption bonus in the amount of 2,007.95 euros. In the event of multiple adoptions, the Caf pays as many premiums as there are adopted children.

Basic allowance

Paje basic allowance. It is paid on the first day of the month following the birth of your child, every month until the child’s third birthday. It covers expenses related to the education of the child and its amount is 182 euros per month for a full rate, and 91.01 euros per month for a partial rate.

Parental education leave

Ia shared child education benefit (PrePaRe). It concerns parents of children under the age of three, who stop working to take care of their child. Its monthly amount now amounts to 422.21 euros in the event of total cessation of activity, to 272.84 euros for a duration of work less than or equal to half-time, and to 157.44 euros for a duration of work between 50% and 80%.

The complement of the mode of care (CMG)

Other allowances are intended for families, such as the free choice of childcare supplement if you use a childminder, a nanny or a micro-nursery to look after your child under 6 years old. Its amount is conditional on the parents’ income according to resource ceilings.

Back-to-school allowance

The ARS is paid automatically during the month of August and concerns school children aged 6 to 18.

What family allowances from 2 children?

Family allowances are paid each month to parents with at least two dependent children, aged under 20. Only exception: if you live in an overseas department (Guadeloupe, Guyana, Mayotte, Reunion), you can then receive family allowances from the first child. To benefit from family allowances, all you have to do is send the Caf a copy of your child’s family record book or birth certificate. As to amount of family allowancesit depends on your resources.

An increase for children over 14 years old

Note thatan increase is paid when your second child is aged 14 or over. Remember that at the birth of your 2nd child (or more), you are also entitled (depending on your income) to the Childcare benefit (Paje) with:

• The birth bonus
• Paje basic allowance
• The shared child education benefit (PreParE)
• Free choice of childcare supplement (in case of employment of a nanny, childminder or micro-nursery).

What allowances paid from 3 children?

In addition to the usual benefits (birth bonus, Paje, PreParE, CMG) related to the birth of your third child (or more), you can also receive:

The family supplement

If you have at least three dependent children aged between 3 and 21, you can then benefit from the family supplement. To benefit from it, you do not have to do anything since the tax services send your information directly to the CAF.

The moving bonus

Large families (from 3 children) can benefit froma bonus allowing them to cover moving expenses. Know that you can also receive it if you have two dependent children and you are pregnant with the third. However, the move must take place between the 1st day of the 4th month of pregnancy and the last day of the month preceding the 2nd birthday of your last child. Finally, this bonus is paid to families who are entitled to APL or ALF for their new accommodation. The amount of the moving allowance is equal to the expenses incurred in the move. The amount is a maximum of 1054 euros for three dependent children, and 1141.84 euros for 4 children (+ 87.83 euros per additional child).

The large family card for parents of 3 or more children

It allows you to obtain interesting reductions in many areas, some of which such as the RATP and the SNCF, as well as preferential rates on museums are particularly interesting. In 2023, the list of partners is expanding:

What dates will family allowances be paid in 2023?

THE social Security benefits are usually paid the 5th of the monthbut according to a decree published in the Official Journal of November 7, 2019, certain payment dates may be postponed, especially when the 5 falls on a weekend or a public holiday. Beneficiaries will then be paid the next business day. So here is the family allowance payment schedule for 2023 :

Family allowances: up to what age?

Family allowances are paid until the child’s 20th birthday. Therefore, your eldest, aged 20, ceases to be counted as a dependent child. Also, to compensate for the reduction in income, parents of large families (at least three children) can benefit from a provisional lump sum allowancepaid under conditions.

The 20-year-old child must still live under your roof and to be considered your dependent, if he is in school or a student and works at the same time, his net income must not exceed 55% of the Smic for 169 hours . For example, until March 2023, his remuneration must not exceed 1028.96 euros.