PAJE and birth grant: Aides CAF

The ECAP includes the birth premium, the basic allowance and the CMG. The request is made on caf.fr after declaration of pregnancy and birth.

EssentialLast reviewed: July 2026

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In brief

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Duration: 30 min online

Cost: Free

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Who this guide is for

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Future parents in France
Families with children under 3 years old
Parents using nurseries or kindergarten assistants

To be prepared in advance

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Reporting of pregnancy to CPAM (before 14 weeks)
Account CAF and RIB
Birth certificate

Step-by-step procedure

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1Report pregnancy to CPAM and CAF before week 15.
2After birth: birth certificate on caf.fr and application for a premium.
3Monthly basic allowance up to 3 years (depending on income).
4Guard: ask for the CMG on caf.fr.
5Simulator caf.fr to estimate the amounts.

Common mistakes

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Declaration of late pregnancy.
Do not update the CAF after shift change.
Consolidate PAJE and family allowances.
Forget the child's CPAM affiliation.

Official sources

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Important remark

Annual ceilings. Simulator CAF.

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