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Energy voucher (Chèque énergie)
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Nominal aid to pay your energy bills or energy works.
In detail
The energy voucher helps low-income households pay their electricity, gas, oil or wood bills, or certain renovation works. Its amount (€48 to €277) depends on the household's reference taxable income per consumption unit. It is largely sent automatically.
Eligibility conditions
Awarded based on the household's reference taxable income per consumption unit. A claim/request window is open part of the year.
How to get it
- Check eligibility on chequeenergie.gouv.fr
- Receive the voucher automatically (or file a claim)
- Use the voucher with your energy supplier or for works
- Pre-assign the voucher for future years
Prepare your application
The documents usually required. Tick them off as you go: your progress is saved.
Indicative list. Check exact documents on the official site.
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