The Back-to-School Allowance (Ars), given under certain income conditions, is intended for children aged 6 to 18, whether enrolled in school or in apprenticeship. This year, it amounts to €272.57 * per child.
– A lower amount may be paid in cases of a slight exceedance of the income limits.
You are already a recipient of the Caf and:
– your child is aged 6 to 16? (born between January 1, 1992, and January 31, 2002): you don’t need to take any action. Your Caf will automatically pay you the Ars on August 20 if you qualify for it.
– your child is aged 16 to 18? (born between September 16, 1989, and December 31, 1991): you will receive, at the end of August/early September, a situation declaration. Have it completed by your child’s school and return it to your Caf after signing it. You can also send it back by attaching a school enrollment certificate. Upon receipt, your Caf will assess your right to the Ars.
You do not receive any benefits and did not benefit from the Ars last year?
You must complete a family benefits application (Situation Declaration and 2006 Income Declaration) and send it to your Caf to study your rights. These forms are available on our website nice.caf.fr
Also to know
Is your child under 6 years old entering preparatory class? The Ars may be paid to you upon submission of a school enrollment certificate.
Practical information
The 2006 income limits not to be exceeded (net taxable income to which the Caf applies specific deductions, particularly in cases of unemployment):
– 1 child: €21,991
– 2 children: €27,066
– 3 children: €32,141 (+ €5,075 per additional child)
