Une chambre chez l'habitant peut ouvrir droit à l'aide si elle fait l'objet d'un contrat de location et constitue votre résidence principale. Un hébergement à titre gratuit, lui, n'ouvre aucun droit — c'est la distinction que cette page clarifie.
Free simulation based on official CAF 2026 rates
APL (Aide Personnalisée au Logement) is calculated using a formula that considers your rent (capped by zone), a charge allowance of 61 €/month, and your personal contribution based on your income. Since 2021, CAF uses contemporary income assessment: your income is reviewed quarterly.
Charge allowance: 61 €/month. Ceilings rise with household size. See all ceilings
Source: https://www.caf.fr/professionnels/offres-et-services/accompagnement-des-allocataires/bareme-aides-au-logement.
Free simulation based on the rates in force. The assumptions used are shown with the result.
Simulate my APLFree, official 2026 scale. Your amount appears on screen; the itemised calculation and the documents to gather are sent by email, in a single message.
Non-binding estimate. Visit caf.fr for your exact entitlements.