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IN BRIEF
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Holiday vouchers are a valuable social advantage for public service agents, allowing them to facilitate the financing of their leisure and vacation activities. This article details the eligibility criteria, the application procedure, and the payment methods for holiday vouchers for civil servants.
What are holiday vouchers?
The holiday voucher, offered by the National Agency for Holiday Vouchers (ANCV), is a payment title that allows public service agents to pay for services related to leisure, culture, dining, stays, or transportation in France and the European Union. This system is also accessible to private sector employees but has certain specificities for civil servants.
Eligibility criteria for holiday vouchers
Active agent, retiree, or contractual agent
Those who can benefit from holiday vouchers include:
- Active agents of the public service, whether permanent or contractual.
- Retirees from the state, hospital, or local public services.
Exclusions from the system
Since October 1, 2023, certain agents are excluded from this system:
- Civil and military retired civil servants under the state pension scheme.
- Retired state workers.
- Non-permanent retired agents of the state receiving a pension guaranteed by foreign states.
Resource conditions
Access to holiday vouchers is also subject to a resource condition. The taxable income reference of the agent must not exceed an amount set each year. For an application made in 2024, reference should be made to the tax notice for 2023.
An online simulator is available to allow agents to check their eligibility based on their personal situation, ministry, and financial information.
Application procedure for holiday vouchers
Online application
Applications for holiday vouchers are made through the General Directorate of Administration and Public Service (DGAFP). The agent must complete an online form.
Documents to provide
When applying, it is necessary to provide several documents:
- A valid national identity card or passport.
- A bank identity statement (RIB).
- A SEPA direct debit mandate if the application is made by paper.
- A copy of the tax notice from the previous year (N-1).
- A recent proof of residence.
- For agents in activity, a recent payslip.
- For people with disabilities, an employer’s certificate or appropriate proof.
It is also possible to contact the human resources department for assistance in the application process.
Payment methods for holiday vouchers
Savings and contributions
The holiday voucher system is based on savings that the agent must generate, generally ranging from 2% to 20% of their monthly salary. The state contributes to this savings, with financial support varying from 10 to 35% of the saved amount. Public agents may also benefit from a bonus based on their age or special circumstances.
Use of holiday vouchers
Holiday vouchers can be used in France and in EU countries, with authorized providers. They are valid all year round to finance activities such as travel, leisure, dining, or sports activities.
Validity period
Holiday vouchers are valid for two years. Therefore, a title issued in 2024 is valid until December 31, 2026. Unused vouchers can be exchanged for vouchers of an equivalent amount within three months following their expiration date.
Payment with holiday vouchers
For paper holiday vouchers, simply detach the required amount and hand it over at the counter. Dematerialized holiday vouchers allow for contactless payments via a dedicated app or online.
