Manuel Ravier student housing experts · Published on 07/09/2026

The quick answer

The maximum rent ceiling guaranteed by Visale is €1,940 in the Île-de-France region; €1,575 in major urban areas, Corsica, and the Overseas Departments and Regions (DROM); and €1,365 in other municipalities. For students without proof of income, the guaranteed rent (including service charges) is capped at €1,000 in Zone I, €840 in Zone II, and €680 in Zone III.

Key takeaways

• Absolute maximum rent covered in Île-de-France, including charges: €1,940. Source: Action Logement, adjustment effective January 6, 2026.
• Absolute maximum rent in major urban areas (over 100,000 inhabitants), Corsica, and the DROM: €1,575. Source: Action Logement, 2026.
• Maximum rent-to-income ratio required for young employees and work-study trainees: 50% of net monthly income. Source: Service-Public.fr, 2026.
• Out of 2,400 simulations run via partner residences in 2026, 96% of students who adhered to the standard rent caps had their Visale guarantee approved on the first attempt. Internal data from ResidenceEtudiante.fr, recorded August 15, 2026.
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What are the maximum rent caps allowed by Visale?

Maximum rent caps under the Visale scheme vary according to the geographical location of the property. In 2026, the cap is set at €1,940 in the Île-de-France region; €1,575 in urban areas with over 100,000 inhabitants, Corsica, and the overseas departments and regions (DROM); and €1,365 in the rest of the country.

This three-tier zoning system replaces the previous two-zone classification. The reform of January 6, 2026, introduced an intermediate category for regional metropolitan areas. Consequently, cities such as Lyon, Toulouse, Nantes, and Bordeaux have moved into Zone II, subject to a higher cap than previously applied.

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