{"id":31761,"date":"2020-05-10T11:09:35","date_gmt":"2020-05-10T11:09:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.lodgis.com\/?p=31761"},"modified":"2025-04-25T14:31:41","modified_gmt":"2025-04-25T14:31:41","slug":"financial-aid-2025-energy-bills","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.lodgis.com\/en\/financial-aid-2025-energy-bills\/","title":{"rendered":"What financial aid is available in 2025 to help pay energy bills?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In 2025, several support schemes are available to help low-income households pay their <strong>energy, electricity, gas, water, or heating bills<\/strong>. This financial aid apply to both tenants and homeowners. They are granted based on income criteria. This guide explains everything you need to know, in a clear and up-to-date way.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h3>The Energy Check: automatic aid with no application needed<\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>energy check<\/strong> is a financial aid provided by the French government. It helps cover part of your energy expenses (electricity, gas, fuel, wood, etc.) or fund energy renovation work.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The tax authorities distribute it automatically each year based on household income and composition.<\/li>\n<li>It is sent by mail, so beneficiaries do not need to take any action.<\/li>\n<li>It can be used to pay an energy supplier or an RGE-certified contractor for improvement work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The energy check is valid for a limited period. It\u2019s important to use it before the expiration date indicated on the document. For more information, visit the official website: <a href=\"https:\/\/chequeenergie.gouv.fr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">chequeenergie.gouv.fr<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h3>The Housing Solidarity Fund (FSL): additional local support<\/h3>\n<p>Managed by local councils, the <strong>FSL<\/strong> provides financial assistance to people in difficulty. It can help you:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pay overdue energy bills,<\/li>\n<li>Settle debts related to water, gas, or electricity,<\/li>\n<li>Cover move-in costs (security deposit, home insurance, etc.).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Eligibility criteria vary by region. It is recommended to contact:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Your <strong>CAF<\/strong> (Family Allowance Fund), if it manages the FSL in your area,<\/li>\n<li>The <strong>social services of your departmental council<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>While your application is being reviewed, your water supply cannot be cut off. This grace period gives you time to gather the necessary documents.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h3>Other specific support options for certain situations<\/h3>\n<p>In addition to national aids, other programs may support you during times of hardship:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Action Logement<\/strong> offers mobility support for employees relocating for work.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Local authorities (municipalities, metropolitan areas, or regions)<\/strong> may provide occasional support through local energy vouchers or emergency funds.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Energy providers<\/strong> may also offer payment plans or customized support.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It\u2019s worth contacting social services or your town hall to find out what options are available in your area.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h3>Summary<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The <strong>energy check<\/strong> is automatically distributed based on household income.<\/li>\n<li>The <strong>FSL<\/strong> can help cover unpaid energy bills.<\/li>\n<li>Other support exists for people who are relocating, young adults, or families in financial difficulty.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In short, many aids are available in 2025 to ease your expenses. Don\u2019t wait until you&#8217;re in a crisis \u2014 plan ahead, get informed, and contact the right organizations.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<p><strong>Looking for a place to live?<\/strong> Check out our available <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lodgis.com\/fr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">furnished rentals<\/a> in France.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Need housing but don\u2019t have a permanent contract?<\/strong> No worries \u2014 we explain how to rent with confidence in <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.lodgis.com\/louer-paris-sans-cdi-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">our dedicated article<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In 2025, several support schemes are available to help low-income households pay their energy, electricity, gas, water, or heating bills. This financial aid apply to both tenants and homeowners. They are granted based on income criteria. This guide explains everything you need to know, in a clear and up-to-date way. 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