France, Social Outlook | Sick Leave: Who Will Bear the Cost of Long-Term Absences?

Since 15 October 2026, France has cut the maximum compensation period for certain long-term sick leave from three years to one. The reform notably affects employees with musculoskeletal disorders or certain mental health conditions. With €100 million in savings expected in 2027, it raises a major question: could the reduction in public spending shift financial risk onto employees, supplementary insurers and employers?

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In force since 15 October 2026, Decree No. 2026-866 of 16 September 2026 amends the rules for compensating sick leave linked to certain conditions that require prolonged medical follow-up.

Until now, the employees concerned could receive daily sickness benefits from the French Health Insurance system (Assurance maladie) for a maximum of three years. That period has now been reduced to one year for insured persons covered by the scheme for so-called “non-exempt” long-term conditions (ALD non exonérantes).

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