Controversial CPF Charges for Job Training and Car Licenses: What You Need to Know
In a move that has sparked controversy, the government has set in stone a 100 euro charge for anyone embarking on training through their Personal Training Account (CPF). The decree was published in the Official Journal on April 30, with implementation beginning on May 2.
Starting from Thursday, employees will be required to pay this fee to access training courses funded by their employers through their CPF. However, there are exemptions available for those who agree to contribute to the costs through individual, company or sector agreements. Additionally, those embarking on “retraining actions” and using their CPF points for this purpose are also exempt. It’s worth noting that job seekers are not affected by this new charge.
The fixed price of 100 euros will be reviewed annually based on the evolution of the annual average of consumer prices excluding tobacco. This measure is expected to save over 200 million euros this year.
Meanwhile, a decree restricting access to car and motorcycle licenses via the CPF has yet to be published. Following the decision to open financing by the CPF to all types of licenses starting in 2024, the government has decided to limit access conditions. It will no longer be possible to finance a motorcycle license with the CPF if you already have a car license or vice versa. This measure was put in place to prevent excessive costs, estimated between 274 million and 337 million euros annually.
