🏠 How to Apply for CAF Housing Aid Step by Step

Applying for CAF housing aid in France may seem complicated at first, but don’t worry ! The process is actually quite simple when you follow the steps one by one. 

 💻 Step 1: Log in to your CAF account

Go to the official CAF website and log in to your personal account.
Once connected:

• Click on “Demander une prestation”
• Then select “Logement”
• Finally click on “Faire la demande”

👉 It’s easier to complete the process from a computer rather than from your phone.

You can also click here to check the complete tutorial from CAF.

 👤 Step 2: Check your profile information

Before starting the application, CAF will ask you to verify your personal information:

• Address
• Phone number
• Bank details
• Student situation
• Family situation

If something is incorrect, you can edit it before continuing.

🏡 Step 3: Enter your accommodation information

You’ll now need to provide details about your housing:

• Your address in France
• Type of accommodation
• Monthly rent amount
• Whether the accommodation is furnished or not
• If you live alone or in shared housing

CAF will also ask for information about your landlord or residence.
💡 If your landlord is a company or residence, you may need their SIRET number.

 📄 Step 4: Prepare your documents

Before continuing, make sure you have:

• Your passport or residence permit
• Your lease agreement
• Your student certificate
• Your rent amount
• Your bank account details (French IBAN recommended)
• Your income information if requested

💡 A French bank account is not always mandatory, but it is highly recommended to receive your CAF payments more easily and avoid administrative issues.
The application usually takes around 15 minutes to complete.

 💶 Step 5: Declare your income

CAF may automatically recover some information about your income.

If you have no income, simply select:
✅ “Aucun revenu”

If you worked, received internships, freelance income, or other revenue, declare the amounts requested month by month.

 📝 Step 6: Review and validate your application

Before submitting, CAF will show a summary of your application.
Take a moment to check:

• Your personal information
• Your rent amount
• Your accommodation details
• Your declared resources

If everything is correct, validate the application and accept the conditions.
Your CAF housing aid request is now registered 🎉