End of Unemployment Benefit (ARE) Rights

As you approach the end of your unemployment benefit (ARE) entitlement period, it's important to know your available options: possible extension, solidarity benefit, or transition to RSA. A letter to France Travail can help clarify your specific situation.

This page explains cases requiring this letter, 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?

• Your benefit period is ending and you haven't found work yet;
• You want to know if extending your rights is possible;
• You want to inquire about transitioning to other benefits;
• You need to clarify your specific situation before rights end.

In all these cases, a written letter remains a reliable way to inquire about your options.

Required information to include

• Your first and last name and ID number;
• The expected end date of your rights;
• Your current job search situation;
• Your specific questions about available options.

The more accurate this information is, the clearer answers you'll get about your situation.

Official letter template

Important note: the letter sent to France Travail 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]
[France Travail ID number]

France Travail [Agency]
[Agency address]

Written in [City], on [Date]

Subject: End of ARE rights - information request

Dear Sir/Madam,

As my ARE rights are ending on [date], I would like to know the options available to me.

[...]

→ 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 happens after ARE rights end?

You may transition to the specific solidarity benefit (ASS) if you meet its conditions, or RSA depending on your situation.

Can ARE duration be extended?

In certain special cases (specific age, extended training), extension may be possible.

When should I apply for my pension?

It's advisable to apply several months before the desired date to avoid any income interruption.

Does France Travail follow-up stop after ARE ends?

No, you can continue as a registered jobseeker without financial benefit.

What are the conditions for ASS?

Specific income and prior work duration conditions, different from ARE conditions.