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Shared Child Education Benefit (PreParE)
Verified 01 April 2025 - Directorate for Legal and Administrative Information (Prime Minister)
Wondering what is PreParE? It is part of the Early Childhood Care Benefit (ECHP). It allows one or two parents with at least one dependent child under the age of 3 (or under the age of 20 in the case of adoption) to stop or reduce their work to care for them. The length of the payment depends on the number of dependent children and the family situation. We present you with the information you need to know.
What applies to you ?
If you have at least 3 dependent children, you can choose between PreParE and PreParE increased.
The increased PreParE has a higher amount than the PreParE, but it is paid for a shorter period.
Warning
The choice between the PreParE and the increased PreParE is definitive.
General case
PreParE is a financial aid paid by the Caf: titleContent or the MSA: titleContent parents who cease or reduce their work to care for their child(ren) under 3 years of age.
You are entitled to PreParE if you meet the following 3 conditions:
- You have at least one child under the age of 3 (or under the age of 20 in the case of adoption)
- You have completely or partially interrupted your professional activity
- You have validated at least 8 quarters of old age contributions (over a reference period that varies according to the number of children).
PreParE can be assigned to a single parent or to all 2. They may perceive it at the same time or successively.
Interruption or reduction of professional activity
The rules differ depending on your situation:
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Self-employment
You must prove that you have reduced or ceased your activity. Inquire with your Caf: titleContent or your MSA: titleContent.
Public Servant
You can take a parental leave or a part-time.
Duration of old-age contributions
You must justifyat least 8 contribution quarters over a reference period preceding the birth, adoption or reception of the child concerned.
The length of the reference period varies according to the number of dependent children.
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1 dependent child
You must show proof of 8 quarters of old age contributions in the last 2 years.
Please note
Quarters validated by unemployment benefits are not taken into account.
2 dependent children
You must have at least 8 quarters of old-age contributions in the last 4 years.
Please note
If you are applying for the benefit after the birth, adoption or foster care of your child, the qualifying period is the period before your application.
3 or more dependent children
You must have at least 8 quarters of old-age contributions in the last 5 years.
Please note
If you are applying for the benefit after the birth, adoption or foster care of your child, the qualifying period is the period before your application.
The approach differs depending on whether you are dependent on the general diet (Caf: titleContent) or the agricultural scheme (MSA: titleContent).
Caf
You are not yet receiving a benefit from the Fund
You must fill in and send to your Caf the forms cerfa n°11423 (situation declaration) and n°12324 (PreParE application).
You are already receiving benefits from the CFS
Make sure your situation is up to date in your personal space on the Caf website. Fill in and send to your Cof the cerfa form n°12324 (PreParE request).
MSA
You're not a recipient
You must complete and send to your MSA the forms cerfa n°11423 (situation declaration) and n°12324 (PreParE application).
Application for a Shared Child Education Benefit (PreParE, Paje) - MSA
You're already a beneficiary
Make sure your situation is up to date in your personal space on the MSA website. Fill out and send to your MSA the form cerfa n°12324 (PreParE request).
FYI
If you are on maternity, paternity, adoption or sick leave, you must wait until the end of the compensation before sending the claim.
Parent's situation | Monthly amount paid |
|---|---|
Activity completely interrupted | €456.06 |
Part-time (50% maximum) | €294.82 |
Part-time (between 50% and 80%) | €170.07 |
It is possible to accumulate 2 simultaneous PreParE within a pair.
However, the total amount of the 2 benefits may not exceed €456.06.
Period of payment following birth
The duration of the payment varies according to the number of dependent children and the family situation.
FYI
In the event of the death of the child, the benefit is automatically extended for 3 months after the death.
The rules differ depending on whether you are a couple or a single parent:
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For a couple
1 child
6 months for each parent up to 1er child's birthday.
The right shall be open from 1er full month on parental leave.
PreParE is paid every month, with due date (January paid in early February, etc.).
From 2 children
Maximum 24 months for each parent up to 3e birthday of your youngest child.
Careful, the duration of your entitlement is reduced by the number of months of postnatal maternity (or adoption) daily allowances.
Example :
For a 2e as a child, the mother may receive the benefit for 21 months (by removing the length of postnatal leave) and the father for 1 year until the child reaches 3 years.
The right shall be open from 1er full month on parental leave.
PreParE is paid every month, with due date (January paid at the beginning of February, etc).
Lone parent
1 child
Up to 1er child's birthday
The right shall be open from 1er full month on parental leave.
PreParE is paid every month, with due date (January paid at the beginning of February, etc).
From 2 children
Up to 3e birthday of your youngest child
The right shall be open from 1er full month on parental leave.
PreParE is paid every month, with due date (January paid at the beginning of February, etc).
Duration of payment following adoption
The rules differ depending on whether you are a couple or a single parent:
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For a couple
1 child
You can benefit from PreParE for the first 12 months of the child's presence in your home.
Parents can share the benefit.
The right shall be open from 1er full month on parental leave.
PreParE is paid every month, with due date (January paid at the beginning of February, etc).
From 2 children
You can benefit from PreParE during the first 12 months of the child's presence in your home. Then, if the child has not reached the age of 3 years, the right may be extended to that age.
Parents can share the benefit.
Warning
The duration of your entitlement is reduced by the number of months compensated for your adoption leave.
The right shall be open from 1er full month on parental leave.
PreParE is paid every month, with due date (January paid at the beginning of February, etc).
Lone parent
1 child
You can benefit from PreParE for the first 12 months of the child's presence in your home.
From 2 children
You can benefit from PreParE for the first 12 months of the child's presence in your home. Then, if the child has not reached the age of 3 years, the right may be extended to that age.
Warning
the duration of your entitlement is reduced by the number of months compensated for your adoption leave.
Extension of payment
PreParE payment can be extended if you meet the following 3 conditions:
- You have at least 2 dependent children
- You have not found a place in nursery or other reception service
- Your resources are below the family supplement.
You will then continue to receive the benefit until September following your child's birthday.
Please note
If you are a couple, at least one of the 2 parents must have a professional activity.
End of payment
The payment of PreParE shall cease from 1er day of calendar month during which you no longer meet the conditions to benefit from it.
Example :
You can no longer benefit from PreParE from June 24.
You do not receive a PreParE for the month of June.
Income | Full Rate PreParE | Partial Rate PreParE |
|---|---|---|
Maternity, paternity or adoption allowances | No, no, no. Except during the 1er month of PreParE payment if you have only 1 dependent child. | No, no, no. Unless PreParE payment started before payment of the allowances. |
Accident at work Sick leave or leave allowances | No, no, no. Except during the 1er month of PreParE payment if you have only 1 dependent child. | No, no, no. Unless PreParE payment started before payment of the allowances. |
Unemployment benefits | No, no, no. But you can ask to suspend your allowances that will resume at the end of the PreParE entitlements. | No, no, no. Unless PreParE payment started before payment of the allowances. |
Family supplement | No | No |
Salary | No, no, no. Except for 2 months in case of resumption of professional activity if the child is 18 to 29 months old and the parent has at least 2 dependent children. | No (for time not worked) |
Vacation pay | No | No |
Retirement and disability pensions | No | No |
You have to differentiate according to whether you depend on the Caf: titleContent or the MSA: titleContent :
Caf
There are several changes that can occur.
Change in family situation
Quickly report any changes in your family situation (examples: birth of a child, marriage, separation, unemployment).
Change of domicile
You can report your change of address using the online change of address service:
MSA
Change in family situation
Quickly report any changes in your family situation (examples: birth of a child, marriage, separation, unemployment).
Example :
Being in a couple can open up new rights. Inquire with your MSA: titleContent.
You can also go on site or submit the form cerfa no. 11423 by mail.
Change of domicile
You can report your change of address using the online change of address service:
Please note
If you change your department, the MSA of your home will automatically transfer the file to your new cash register. This transfer will take place as soon as your new address is registered.
PreParE increased
The increased PreParE is financial aid paid by the Caf: titleContent or the MSA: titleContent parents who leave the labor market to care for their child(ren) under 3 years of age.
You can claim PreParE increased if you meet the following 3 conditions:
- You have at least 3 dependent children
- You stopped working
- You have posted at least 8 quarters of old age contributions in the last 5 years.
PreParE can be assigned to a single parent or to all 2. They may perceive it at the same time or successively.
Interruption of professional activity
The rules differ according to the activity:
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Private sector employee
You must take parental leave full-time.
Self-employment
You must prove that you have ceased your activity. Inquire with your Caf: titleContent or your MSA: titleContent.
Public Servant
You need to take a parental leave.
Duration of old-age contributions
You must prove at least 8 quarters of old-age contributions during the 5 years preceding the birth, adoption or reception of the child concerned.
Please note
If you are applying for the benefit after the birth or adoption of your child, the qualifying period is the period before your application.
The approach differs depending on whether you are dependent on the general diet (Caf: titleContent) or the agricultural scheme (MSA: titleContent):
Caf
You are not yet receiving a benefit from the Fund
You must fill in and send to your FAC the forms cerfa No. 11423 (situation declaration) and No. 12324 (PreParE application).
You are already receiving benefits from the CFS
Make sure your situation is up to date in your personal space on the Caf website. Fill out and send to your Caf the form cerfa n° 12324 (application for PreParE).
MSA
You're not a recipient
You must complete and send to your AMM the forms cerfa No. 11423 (situation report) and No. 12324 (PreParE application).
Application for a Shared Child Education Benefit (PreParE, Paje) - MSA
You're already a beneficiary
Make sure your situation is up to date in your personal space on the MSA website. Complete and send to your MSA the cerfa form No. 12324 (PreParE request).
FYI
If you are on maternity, paternity, adoption or sick leave, you must wait until the end of the compensation before sending the claim.
€745.45 per month.
It is not possible to collect the increased PreParE in case of part-time work.
Warning
If you and your spouse (married, former or cohabiting) choose to receive the increased PreParE for the same month, the combination of your 2 rights is limited to €745.45 for the month concerned.
Duration of payment
The payment period varies according to your family situation:
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For a couple
Maximum of 8 months for each parent, up to 1er birthday of the youngest child.
Warning
The duration of your entitlement is reduced by the number of months compensated as a result of your maternity/adoption leave.
The right shall be open from 1er full month on parental leave.
The increased PreParE is paid every month, with due date (January paid in early February, etc.)
FYI
In the event of the death of the child, the benefit is automatically extended for 3 months after the death.
Lone parent
Up to 1er birthday of your youngest child.
Warning
The duration of your entitlement is reduced by the number of months compensated as a result of your maternity/adoption leave.
The right shall be open from 1er full month on parental leave.
The increased PreParE is paid every month, with due date (January paid in early February, etc.).
FYI
In the event of the death of the child, the benefit is automatically extended for 3 months after the death.
End of payment
The payment of PreParE shall cease from 1er day of calendar month during which you no longer meet the conditions to benefit from it.
Example :
You can no longer benefit from PreParE from June 24.
You do not receive a PreParE for the month of June.
No, no, no.
PreParE cannot to be combined with:
- Leave with pay allowances
- Maternity, paternity or adoption leave allowances
- Accident at work Sick leave or unemployment benefits
- Unemployment benefits
- The family complement.
You have to differentiate according to whether you depend on the Caf: titleContent or the MSA: titleContent :
Caf
There are several changes that can occur.
Change in family situation
Quickly report any changes in your family situation (examples: birth of a child, marriage, separation, unemployment).
Change of domicile
You can report your change of address using the online change of address service:
MSA
Change in family situation
Quickly report any changes in your family situation (examples: birth of a child, marriage, separation, unemployment).
Example :
Being in a couple can open up new rights. Inquire with your MSA: titleContent.
You can also go on site or submit the form cerfa no. 11423 by mail.
Change of domicile
You can report your change of address using the online change of address service:
Please note
If you change your department, the MSA of your home will automatically transfer the file to your new cash register. This transfer will take place as soon as your new address is registered.
Who can help me?
Find who can answer your questions in your region
For information (if you are dependent on the general diet)
Family Allowance Fund (Caf)For information (if you are dependent on the agricultural diet)
Mutual Social Agricultural Organization (MSA)
Article L531-4
Article D531-4 to D531-16-1
Monthly family benefits (start and end of entitlement)
Non-Accumulation
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