Paris – 27.05.2026: In response to rising fuel prices, the French government has established a one-time payment of 100 euros for so-called “long-distance commuters.” This measure is intended to ease the financial burden on employees who travel long distances daily for their commute. From May 27, 2026, eligible individuals can apply for the support via the online portal impots.gouv.fr.
The “long-distance commuters” are employees who travel at least 15 kilometers daily or over 8,000 kilometers annually for business purposes using their private vehicle. In addition, they must have a taxable income per capita of no more than 16,880 euros in 2024. These criteria apply to about three million French employees.
The one-time payment of 100 euros is equivalent to a relief of 20 cents per liter, based on an average fuel consumption over six months. To receive the support, applicants must fill out an online form on impots.gouv.fr providing personal data and information about the vehicle. After successful verification, the payment is transferred to the specified bank account within approximately ten days.
It is important to note that the support is granted only once per vehicle. Furthermore, the tax authorities reserve the right to verify applicants’ data within five years and to take appropriate measures in case of irregularities.
This initiative is part of a broader package of measures by the government to mitigate the impact of rising energy prices on the population. In addition to support for “long-distance commuters,” aid measures have also been announced for other professional groups such as farmers, fishermen, and companies in the construction sector.
Employees who meet the specified criteria are advised to make use of the opportunity to apply for the support to gain financial benefit. More information and detailed instructions for the application are available on the official website of the French government.
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