The month of June is often loved by both youngsters and adults: it’s officially the start of summer, with plenty of festivals and music events to enjoy, the great holidays are approaching, patios and terraces have reopened... In short, it’s a time for relaxation! But that doesn’t mean we should disconnect from the news entirely, lest we miss some important information...
Indeed, each month in France begins with changes, some more significant than others. Rules are regularly updated, new information emerges, and daily life is shaped by these decisions. In June, and ahead of the summer holidays that slow parliamentary activity, it’s common to see a flurry of measures put in place. The news becomes richer, and it’s easy to miss information that directly affects us.
The labor code, social benefits, the environment, transport, education, purchasing power, energy... Find out all the information that could affect your personal and professional life starting from June 1, 2026.
The minimum wage in France will rise on June 1 to keep pace with inflation. The gross SMIC goes from €1,823.03 to €1,867.02, while net pay increases from €1,443.11 to €1,477.93. That’s a 2.41% rise, the government said.
In May, this benchmark price rose. In June, good news: it is set to fall! The reference price for gas sales is expected to drop by 4.8%, according to an announcement from the Energy Regulatory Commission.
Tick-tock: only a few days left to wrap up and submit your 2025 income tax return. Departments numbered 55 through 95, along with the overseas territories, have until June 4, 2026. This affects Paris and the Île-de-France region.
In mainland France, the summer sales will run from Wednesday, June 24, to Tuesday, July 21.
To donate blood, donors must meet several criteria, and those rules are being updated as of June 15. The government is notably adjusting deferral periods for donors who have had a sexually transmitted infection, a feverish infection, or illnesses contracted abroad. Deferrals also change after dental care, tattoos or piercings, or surgical procedures. Full details are available on the Public Services site.
The exam season is in full swing this June. Middle school students sit the written tests for the brevet on June 26, 29 and 30, 2026. High school students take their exams between June 11 and 18. The oral exams begin on June 22.
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Scholarship-holding high school students can receive financial help to move into their new housing when they are admitted to a university or training program outside their home academy. To secure this €500 aid, they must apply starting June 1 on the site amp.etudiant.gouv.fr.
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