Gas prices to rise in France

On November 1st, France will increase the average reference price of gas by 6.6%, raising it to 194.90 euros TTC per megawatt-hour. This increase follows higher gas prices in September compared to August and is expected to raise annual gas bills by about 11% in 2026 compared to 2025.

Impact on households

Approximately 6 million households that have chosen a supplier offer indexed to the average price will see their bills rise by about 135 euros TTC on average. Households with fixed-price contracts will not be affected by this change.

Diesel prices to decrease

The release of 10 million barrels of diesel from strategic reserves is expected to lower diesel prices by 12 to 18 cents per liter. This reduction could save about ten euros per full tank for drivers, on average.

Support for rural gas stations

The government has planned cash advances and a specialized fund to help the 300 most isolated rural gas stations lower their prices starting November 1st. The price decrease will also affect non-road diesel used by various sectors, including farming and construction.

Change in income ceiling for compensation

A new annual income ceiling for calculating daily compensation in the event of work accidents or occupational diseases will take effect, setting the limit at 1.8 minimum wage, down from more than 3 previously. This change may reduce compensation for some employees on sick leave.

Employer compensation adjustments

Employers will compensate eligible employees with higher salary supplements to offset the reduced compensation. The government estimates this measure will save about 270 million euros in 2027 and affect 14% of work accident or occupational disease absences.

Pension revaluation

Supplementary pensions managed by Agirc-Arrco will be revalued by 1.4%, adding approximately 8.40 euros per month to a 600-euro pension and 14 euros to a 1,000-euro pension.

Winter truce to protect vulnerable

The winter truce will return, suspending evictions and cuts in gas and electricity for unpaid bills in main residences until March 31, 2027. This measure aims to protect the most vulnerable from cold weather.

Winter tire requirements

Mandatory winter tires or chains will be required in mountain towns across 34 departments until March 31, 2027. This rule is intended to improve road safety during colder months.

Import processing fee

A 2-euro processing fee will be added to all packages imported into the European Union starting November 1st, in addition to the 3-euro customs duties introduced in July for packages valued under 150 euros.

New consumer credit rules

Starting November 20, France will implement a European directive on consumer credit, extending rules to small authorized overdrafts under 200 euros. Banks must assess the solvency of clients for any new overdraft authorization, regardless of the amount.