In 2026, the ALS (Social Housing Allowance) can amount to as much as €280 per month for a student with no income in the Paris region. Yet thousands of students are still not receiving it. Misinformed, they are missing out on several hundred euros each year.

This guide provides all the information you need: amounts by region, calculation formulas, 2026 reforms, and practical strategies. Everything you need to know to claim your right to assistance.

 

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