Teleworking can lead to additional costs for employees : electricity, internet, furniture, etc. But did you know that your employer can pay you a teleworking allowance to offset these expenses?
Is this teleworking compensation mandatory? What are the amounts of the flat-rate teleworking allowance? How do I claim it?
Teleworking allowance : what is it?
Definition and usefulness of teleworking compensation
The telework allowance is an amount paid by the employer to cover expenses incurred by the employee when working from home. These expenses include:
- Electricity and heating
- Internet connection
- Ergonomic furniture and office supplies
- Professional software and subscriptions 📊
This flat-rate teleworking allowance therefore helps to offset the financial impact of remote working.
Mandatory teleworking allowance: what does the law say in 2025?
In France, teleworking compensation is not systematically mandatory for private companies . However, Article L.1222-10 of the French Labor Code requires employers to cover professional expenses related to teleworking.
In the civil service, a flat-rate allowance is provided for by decree, with an amount updated each year.
What are the amounts of teleworking compensation in 2025?
According to Urssaf rules in 2025:
Without collective agreement:
- €2.70 per day, ceiling of €59.40 per month
- €10.90 for one day of weekly teleworking
With collective agreement:
- €3.25 per day, ceiling of €71.50 per month
- €13 for one day of weekly teleworking
Good to know: These amounts are exempt from social security contributions and taxes if they remain within these ceilings.
Employer Obligations and Tax Exemptions
Is the employer obliged to pay teleworking compensation?
In the private sector, compensation is not mandatory unless provided for by a collective agreement.
However, the employer must reimburse professional expenses incurred by the employee working remotely.
Tax and social security exemptions
The teleworking allowance is exempt from social security contributions if it complies with the ceilings.
If it exceeds these limits, supporting documents must be provided.
How to negotiate a teleworking allowance in 2025?
Check company policy
Before entering into any negotiations, consult your company's telework policy and your collective bargaining agreement. Some companies have implemented a telework allowance to cover the costs incurred.
Asserting your rights
- Request reimbursement of actual costs (supporting invoices).
- Negotiate a collective agreement with staff representatives.
- Draw inspiration from the best practices of other companies to justify the request.
Compensation for teleworking is a key issue, even if it remains optional in the private sector. However, with the update of Urssaf ceilings, companies have an interest in offering a flat-rate teleworking allowance to promote the well-being and productivity of their employees.
FAQ – Everything you need to know about teleworking compensation in 2025
Is teleworking compensation mandatory for all employees?
Is teleworking compensation mandatory?
No, except in the public sector. In the private sector, compensation depends on collective agreements and the reimbursement of professional expenses.
How to assess an occupation allowance?
What is the amount of the flat-rate teleworking allowance in 2025?
It varies depending on the presence or absence of a collective agreement:
- Without collective agreement: €2.70 per day, with a ceiling of €59.40 per month.
- With collective agreement: €3.25 per day, with a ceiling of €71.50 per month.
Is teleworking compensation subject to social security and tax charges?
Is the teleworking allowance exempt from social security contributions?
Yes, as long as it complies with the limits set by Urssaf. Beyond that, supporting documents must be provided.
