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1Determine the type of help: the CAF automatically assigns you the right one (APL, ALS or ALF) depending on the housing and the situation. Most tenants receive LPA.
2APL (Customized Housing Assistance): for conventional housing (most private leases, HLM, residences). Calculated on income, rent, composition.
3ALS (Social Housing Allowance): for non-conventional housing (some types), similar calculation but lower amount. ALF (Family Housing Allowance): for families with children/some cases (young households, etc.).
4Estimate via the CAF simulator (caf.fr → simulator) — what type and how many.
5Submit the request to caf.fr: online form, indicate accommodation, resources, composition. Download leases and proofs.
6The CAF investigates the file (~4 to 8 weeks). In the event of a favourable opinion — monthly payments (from the month of move ment if filed on time).
7Update: Report changes (income, move, birth) within 30 days. APL is calculated in real time (income N-2 + adjustments).
8Valid for the main residence only. For secondary residence — no.
9The aid is paid to the lessor directly (paying third parties) or to your account, depending on the configuration.

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Ignore the different types — the CAF automatically assigns, but understand helps.
Late deposit — loss of months (aid since month of move ment).
Do not update changes — unfair and repayable.
Believe the help = for secondary residence. Main only.
Do not use the simulator — we don't know what to expect.

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The conditions and thresholds for housing subsidies are changing. This information is indicative — use the CAF simulator.

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