ACRE — Business creation/takeover aid

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Partial exemption from social contributions at the start of activity.

In detail

ACRE reduces the social contributions of a business creator or buyer during the first months of activity. For micro-entrepreneurs, the exemption is partial over the first year. Since 2026 it is no longer automatic and must be requested from Urssaf, being reserved for targeted profiles.

Eligibility conditions

Business creation or takeover by an eligible profile (jobseeker, minimum social benefits recipient, young person, priority area…). Request to Urssaf within 60 days.

How to get it

Check eligibility against the targeted profile
Set up your business
Submit the ACRE request to Urssaf within 60 days
Benefit from the contributions exemption

Combining with other grants

ACRE (start-up contribution relief) is compatible with ARCE or keeping ARE, depending on your choice with France Travail.

Stacks with ARCE — Unemployment capital for business creation

Indicative — confirm on the official site.

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