What’s changing in 2025?
Starting February 24, 2025, the subsidies for hiring apprentices have been reduced to :
– €6,000 – For hiring apprentices with disabilities (regardless of company size)
– €5,000 – For companies with fewer than 250 employees
– €2,000 – For companies with 250 or more employees (subject to hiring commitments)
Key facts:
– Aid applies to contracts signed between Feb 24, 2025 – Dec 31, 2025
– Only for the first year of the contract
– Covers diplomas up to Master’s level (Bac +5)
Social contribution update:
From March 1, 2025, the social security contribution exemption threshold for apprentices will drop to 50% of the minimum wage (SMIC), down from 79%.
Special support for hiring disabled apprentices:
Up to €3,000 in additional aid from Agefiph for private sector employers.
Make sure to file your contract with the relevant OPCO within 6 months to secure this support.
