French Unemployment Benefit Calculator (ARE)

Estimate the French unemployment benefit (ARE): daily and monthly amount, estimated net and maximum duration, with the rules in force since July 2026. Enter your values; the result updates as you type, with the method shown below.

Formula

ARE = max(40.4% × SJR + 13.18 €, 57% × SJR), min 32.13 €, max 75% × SJR

Worked example

Gross salary 2,500 € a month: about 46.85 € a day, 1,405 € gross a month.

Frequently asked questions

How is it calculated?

The higher of 40.4% of the daily reference wage + 13.18 €, or 57% of it, capped at 75%.

How long?

Up to 548 days under 55, 685 days at 55–56, 822 days from 57.

What is degressivity?

From month 7, high allowances for under-55s fall by 30%, but not below 92.57 € a day.

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