As you already know, the energy check system is a financial boost granted to households to help them pay their energy bills. Very specific criteria determine eligibility for the 2024 energy check. So how do you know if you can benefit from it? Let's review the essential conditions and details to take stock.
Eligibility for the 2024 energy check: households concerned
The 2024 energy check targets low-income households. To determine if your household is eligible, the first criterion to examine is your reference tax income (RFR). In 2024, this must not exceed €11,000 per consumption unit (CU).
But what is a CPU? To put it simply, it is a method which weights the members of a household according to their weight in household expenses. For example, one adult counts for 1 UC, a second adult for 0.5 UC, and each child for 0.3 UC. So, for a couple with two children, there is 2.1 UC in total.
This means that such a household may be eligible if its annual RFR does not exceed €23,100. Once this calculation has been made, simply divide your RFR by your number of CUs to check your eligibility for the 2024 energy check.
Why have some not received their energy check?
In 2024, the distribution of the energy check encountered some hiccups. New beneficiaries did not receive their check automatically due to incomplete updating of lists. Result ? Some newly eligible people were forgotten, while former beneficiaries, who had become ineligible, still received it.
Fortunately, a complaints desk has been opened to alleviate this situation. You therefore have the possibility of claim your 2024 energy check until next Decemberif you have not received it.
How to apply for an energy check?
If you are one of the new beneficiaries who have not received their 2024 energy check automaticallyyou can submit a request on the dedicated portal online since July. This device is particularly useful for households spending more than 10% of their budget on energy. Welcome help to reduce the bill!
Eligibility for the 2024 energy check: what amount can we expect?
The amount of the energy check varies depending on the composition of your household and the reference tax income. Depending on your situation, this aid can range from €48 to €277 per year. For example, a single person household can receive up to €11,000, while a couple with three children can receive up to €26,400.
In summary, eligibility for the 2024 energy check depends on your RFR and the number of CUs in your household. Do not hesitate to consult the online complaints portal to make sure you do not miss out on this valuable help!
- Single person (1 UC): ceiling of €11,000 (11,000 X 1 UC)
- Couple without children (1.5 UC): ceiling at €16,500 (11,000 X 1.5 UC)
- Couple with 1 dependent child (1.8 UC): ceiling at €19,800 (11,000 X 1.8 UC)
- Couple with 2 dependent children (2.1 UC): ceiling at €23,100 (11,000 X 2.1 UC)
- Couple with 3 dependent children (2.4 UC): ceiling at €26,400 (11,000 X 2.4 UC)
- Households with more than 3 dependent children: add €3,300 per additional person
