Asylum seekers in France receive financial assistance primarily through the Allocation pour Demandeur d'Asile (ADA), which provides a base daily amount and can include an additional sum under specific conditions.
Understanding the Allocation pour Demandeur d'Asile (ADA)
The ADA is designed to provide material reception conditions to asylum seekers who are awaiting a decision on their application. It comprises two main components, ensuring that beneficiaries can cover basic daily expenses.
Components of ADA Payments
The financial aid is structured as follows:
- Lump Sum (Base Payment): Every eligible asylum seeker receives a base daily amount.
- Additional Amount ("Pécule"): An extra daily sum is provided to asylum seekers who have accepted material reception conditions from the Office Français de l'Immigration et de l'Intégration (OFII) but have not been offered accommodation due to a lack of available places.
Here's a breakdown for a single person:
| Component | Daily Amount | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Base Payment | €6.80 | Paid to every beneficiary. |
| Additional "Pécule" | €7.40 | Reserved for those who have accepted OFII's material reception conditions but could not be provided with accommodation. |
Therefore, a single asylum seeker in France can receive a total of €6.80 per day if accommodated, or up to €14.20 per day (€6.80 + €7.40) if they are not housed despite accepting OFII's conditions.
For more detailed information on social rights as an asylum seeker in France, you can refer to resources like Dom'Asile: What social rights do I have as an asylum seeker in France?
