The fuel allowance replaces the rebate at the pump. Its amount is 100 euros, but will not be offered to everyone.
This is one of the changes at the start of 2023. The discount on fuel prices ended at gas stations ended on January 1. Another system is in place: the fuel allowance. But beware: unlike the rebate at the pump, this compensation does not concern everyone. A decree published in the Official Journal specifies the framework.
How much is the fuel allowance?
The fuel allowance amounts to 100 euros. This compensation may be higher in a household. Indeed, this aid is paid as many times as there are eligible people. If there are two for example, it is possible to get 200 euros, and so on. It is necessary to proceed with as many applications as there are assets that can benefit from the aid.
From what date is it open?
The entry into force of the fuel allowance is set for January 16, 2023. It is on this date that the application form can be completed and sent. Assistance can be requested for a period of almost six weeks. Beyond February 28, 2023, the indemnity can no longer be requested, unless the executive decides on its possible renewal.
Where should I ask?
The procedure is done from the site impots.gouv.fr. A dedicated form will be offered from January 16, 2023. For people who do not have Internet access, or in the event of difficulty, it will be possible to obtain assistance by telephone or to request this assistance by this means. The number is 0 806 000 229, reachable from Monday to Friday, between 8.30 a.m. and 7 p.m.
Am I eligible for the fuel allowance?
To qualify for this assistance, you must:
- be at least 16 years old on December 31, 2021;
- have declared earned income;
- belong to a tax household whose reference tax income for 2021 income was less than or equal to 14,700 euros;
- have a vehicle (two, three or four wheels, internal combustion and/or electric) which is used for professional purposes including commuting;
- have vehicle insurance.
Excluded are heavy motor quadricycles, agricultural vehicles, heavy goods vehicles and company or service vehicles. Taxpayers liable for property wealth tax for 2021 are also excluded. It is not possible to apply for this aid several times for the same person. The number of vehicles in a household does not count.
How do I receive the fuel allowance?
The fuel allowance is materialized by a bank transfer to the account that is registered on your impots.gouv.fr account. Make sure you have saved your bank details, if not, do it. The tax services specify that the wording of the transfer will take the form of “compensation.fuel” so that you can easily identify it.
