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What changes in July 2026: birth leave, updates to the DPE, and school holidays...

New rules arrive every month. This July 2026, we list all the changes that affect how French people live. Savings, spending, health—and housing too—here’s what changes as of July 1 in France.

Minimum wage hike, the sales season begins, bac exams: what’s changing in June 2026

What does June 2026 have in store for you? New rules are taking effect, and major events are kicking off... Here’s a briefing on the key information to watch for.

Student meals, higher gas prices, driving licenses... What’s changing on May 1, 2026

Starting May 1, 2026, Parisians and Île-de-France residents, along with all French citizens, will face a raft of changes, with notable adjustments for both businesses and individuals. Find out what's changing this May.

Caf aid, the activity bonus, taxes, Parcoursup... What will change on April 1, 2026 in France

What new changes should we expect in our daily lives starting April 1, 2026? Social benefits, the activity bonus, income tax, Parcoursup… A quick rundown of what will be changing soon.

Increase in the activity bonus in April 2026: who will be affected?

The activity bonus will increase by around 50 euros per month on average starting April 1, 2026. Nearly 3 million households will benefit from this boost, which was announced by the government on February 16, 2026.

Transport in Paris and Île-de-France: What to Expect in 2026 for RATP, Vélib', ZFE, and Parking

The year 2026 kicks off with a series of changes in transportation across Île-de-France. From the fare hike for the Navigo pass and the disappearance of paper tickets, to the gradual rollout of new Grand Paris Express lines and updates to parking regulations in Paris, here’s a look at what residents and visitors can expect this year.

What will change in France and Île-de-France in January 2026: transport, minimum wage, housing, and Navigo

January 2026 arrives with a array of changes across France and Île-de-France. Fare increases for the Navigo pass, an increase in the minimum wage, the suspension of MaPrimeRénov', and stricter technical inspections—these updates will affect everyday life for the French starting from January 1, 2026.

Ce qui change au 1er décembre 2025 : prime de Noël, remboursement de fauteuils roulants... Les nouveautés du mois

Que vous réserve ce mois de décembre 2025 ? La fin de l'année marque le début de nouvelles réglementations et de changements sociaux en France. Découvrez les évolutions importantes mises en place dès ce 1er décembre 2025.

Imagine R Navigo Pass price increase in September 2025: what you need to know

The Navigo Imagine R pass will see a further price increase from September 1, 2025 for the 2025-2026 school year. This increase applies to all passes for young people in the Paris region, and we take stock of the situation.

The Pass Navigo Liberté+ is coming to smartphones on Monday June 23. How do I activate it?

Good news for Parisians! The Navigo Liberté+ is now available on all mobiles as of this Monday, June 23, 2025, an eagerly-awaited breakthrough that makes getting around Île-de-France even easier. Île-de-France Mobilités (IDFM) has announced that it will be available on Android and iOS. We tell you all about it...

Digital identity card: anyone can finally change it for free

As of March 31, 2025, all adult citizens can request the early renewal, free of charge and at no cost, of their still-valid identity card, in order to switch to the new small electronic card format, now compatible with the France Identité application. The aim is to have your identity card on your smartphone. Here are the steps to follow and the conditions of eligibility.