Is a Fuel Bonus Drop Expected?

As applications will soon no longer be accepted, the fuel subsidy has so far not been very popular among low-income households.

70% of French people eligible for the fuel subsidy have yet to submit their application on the tax website. They have little time left to do so, as the deadline is set for February 28. In an interview with Europe 1, Bruno Le Maire issued a call to the affected households, urging them to complete the necessary steps while there is still time. “The system is extremely simple; I have received no negative feedback from those who have registered on the Public Finance Directorate’s website, but some people do not seek out this aid. I tell them to do so; it is support for purchasing power,” said the Minister of Economy.

Fuel allowance also available for electric vehicles

The fuel check has replaced the automatic rebate previously provided at the pump. Worth €100, it is reserved for households with a reference annual taxable income per share of less than €14,700. According to the government, 10 million French people could claim it. The low level of interest it has generated may be due to administrative complexities, which are unavoidable for a targeted measure like this. Bercy had allocated a budget of around one billion euros to fund the assistance. The automatic rebate at the pump, which ended on December 31, cost approximately 8 billion euros.

As a reminder, the fuel check can also be received by those who drive electric vehicles. The two or three motorized types are included in the scheme, in addition to cars. In theory, the aid is reserved for people who use their vehicle for professional trips or commuting.

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