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Holiday cheques

Under certain conditions, the CCSS provides its insureds with holiday cheques.
This benefit aims to help claimants who can prove that their income is below a certain limit, to pay for family holidays (in a gîte, camp site, holiday village, etc.) or childcare in group facilities (summer camp, leisure centre, discovery class, etc.), excluding travel costs.

As of 1 October 2024: the amount of the ‘Aide aux Vacances’ holiday voucher has increased from €70 to €75.

Attribution

  • Under what conditions can you benefit from it?
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    • Families must satisfy the conditions below:
      • Parent(s):
      • having received CCSS family benefits in July  2024 for at least one child satisfying age conditions
      • domiciled in Monaco or in France
      • Child(ren) under age 21
      • Benefiting from resources under a certain ceiling
  • Is there a ceiling for resources?
    • Yes, the family quotient ceiling for allocating this service is set at this service is set at  € 1,232.00
  • How many CAVs (holiday cheques) can I claim?
    • A variable number of 2 to 6 holiday cheques for the amount of  € 75.00  is attributed to each family member, depending on the family quotient (QF).
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  • When will I receive the CAV application form?
    • If you qualify for holiday cheques, the application form will be sent to you in the 4th quarter of the fiscal year.
  • How much time before I need to return the form?
    • The deadline for returning it is 31 July 2025, as attested by the postmark date.
  • What if I am late?
    • After 31 July 2025, no applications for holiday cheques will be registered; incomplete applications will no longer be processed after that date.

How to use CAV?

Cheques can be used in Continental France or Corsica

  • Is certification necessary for specialised facilities?
    • Yes, specialised facilities must be certified administrative bodies (Monegasque or French) or managed by a public or territorial collectivity.
      • Family accommodation must be approved by: Gîtes de France, Clévacances, Vacaf or the Tourist Office of the town where they are located.
      • Campsites must be registered at the Tourist Office or on the official guide for campsites and caravan parks.
      • Childcare facilities must be registered with their municipalities and registered for Jeunesse et Sport (Youth and Sports) or as registered associations under 1901 law.
      • For linguistic stays abroad (children over age 12): UNOSEL certification required.
    • Private rentals are not valid, nor children's activities provided by private teachers.
  • How can I use CAVs and where can I stay?
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Payment of CAVs

Holiday cheques, each worth  € 75.00 , can be used and are payable from 1 October to 30 September of the following year, all at once or in several instalments, without limitation thereof.
Minimum invoice:  € 75.00  
No change may be returned

  • What may receive CAVs?
    • The CAVs are paid to:
      • Families having made a down-payment for their living expenses, by bank transfer to the beneficiary’s account
      • Or to the organiser of the stay (please attach bank details and approval)
  • What proof is necessary to obtain payment of CAVs?
    • After the stay, please send the Social Service:
      • Holiday cheques of the participant(s);
      • The original invoice paid (no copies accepted);
      • Proof of the stay, filled in by the residential organisation, with the date of the end of the stay , specifying the surnames and given names of all persons present during the stay (including non-beneficiaries of the cheques).
  • How is CCSS participation calculated?
    • The total amount of the invoice is divided by the number of paying participants, including all non-beneficiaries of holiday cheques.
    • The individual sum invoiced is multiplied by the number of beneficiaries to obtain the total amount subject to CCSS participation.
    • This sum must be equal to or higher than the amount of the cheque(s) submitted for payment.
    • See examples of calculation
  • Can I use CAVs to pay host organisations?
    • Yes, some residential organisations accept our CAVs as payment.
    • Please note that there is no refund for stays that have not taken place.
    • NB: A list of holiday organisations can be obtained from the Social Service on request.
  • What is the deadline for payment of CAVs?
    • The application deadline is 30 September every year, with a tolerance of 7 days, as attested by the postmark date.
  • What happens if I am late?
    • No payment will be made.