Requesting the Birth Grant

The birth grant is a one-time financial payment made at the birth or adoption of a child, to help cover initial expenses, and is subject to income conditions. This amount is usually paid automatically after declaring the birth, but a written letter remains useful in certain cases.

This page explains how to request this grant, what information to provide, and offers a ready-to-use letter template, plus a tool to automatically generate your personalized letter.

When should you write this letter?

• You haven't received the birth grant despite declaring your child's birth;
• You want to confirm your eligibility for this grant;
• You experienced unjustified delay in payment;
• You need to clarify your specific situation (adoption, multiple birth);
• You noticed an error in the amount paid.

In all these cases, a written letter remains a reliable way to resolve your situation.

Required information to include

• Your first and last name and beneficiary number;
• The date of the child's birth or adoption;
• The number of children currently dependent;
• Your approximate household income;
• The list of documents attached (birth certificate, tax notice).

The more accurate this information is, the faster your request will be processed.

Official letter template

Important note: the letter sent to CAF must be written in French, as it is a French administration. Below is a template you can use as a basis.

[First name LAST NAME]
[Full address]
[Beneficiary number]

CAF of [Department]
[CAF address]

Written in [City], on [Date]

Subject: Birth grant application

Dear Sir/Madam,

I am requesting payment of the birth grant for my child born on [date].

[...]

→ The complete letter, tailored precisely to your situation and ready to send, is generated automatically in 3 minutes using the tool above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the conditions to receive the birth grant?

Household income must be below a specified threshold, reviewed annually.

When is the grant paid?

Usually shortly before or after birth, after declaring the pregnancy and birth.

Does adoption open the right to this grant?

Yes, adopting a child opens the right to a similar grant.

What if I haven't received the grant despite meeting the conditions?

It's advisable to contact CAF or send an explanatory letter to check your file.

Is the grant paid automatically?

Often yes after declaring pregnancy within the first months, without a separate application.