Need a guarantor for your stay but canβt find one ?
The Visale Guarantee is your solution !
Wondering what Visale is ?
In France, having a guarantor is a must-have for renting properties. And you will absolutely need one for your stay ! Most of the times, guarantors are friends or families but some tenants donβt accepts guarantors living in other countries so if youβre an international student, you can get stuck ! π€―
But we have a solution for you so stick with us ! π€π»
A Free Guarantor: What is Visale? π
The Visale Guarantee is a free program implemented by Action Logement to facilitate tenant access to housing by covering unpaid rent and rental property damages. In short, if you face financial difficulties and can’t pay your rent, the Visale Guarantee will cover it for you (but you will still need to pay it back later π)! Visale is designed to reassure property owners. π§π»ββοΈ
Eligibility Conditions for Visale π€―
There are several eligibility criteria to benefit from the Visale Guarantee. You must:
ππ»Β Be under 30 years old
ππ»Β Be a student or a precarious worker
Before applying, make sure to check your eligibility directly on their website.
How Does It Work? π
Registration π»
To benefit from the Visale Guarantee, you need to register online on theΒ official Visale website. Once registered, you will receive a certified visa from Action Logement, which you can then present to your future landlord. This visa proves that you are covered by the Visale Guarantee. β
Duration of the Visale Guarantee ποΈ
The Visale Guarantee covers unpaid rent for a period of 36 months (3 years) during the first three years of the lease. If the lease is renewed, the guarantee does not renew automatically; you will need to reapply.
How to Stop It? π€
The Visale Guarantee ends automatically at the end of the 36-month period or if you move out before that date. There are no specific steps required to stop it. However, it is important to repay Action Logement for any amounts advanced in case of unpaid rent.
What You Need to Remember π¦Έπ
The Visale Guarantee is a free program that helps tenants gain easier access to housing by covering unpaid rent and rental property damages.The guarantee covers a period of 36 months and ends automatically at the end of this period or in case of moving out. Although Visale advances unpaid rent, you will need to repay the amounts due later.
FAQ - visale guarantee
Yes, the Visale Guarantee is entirely free for tenants. Action Logement covers unpaid rent and rental property damages, but the amounts advanced must be repaid later by the tenant.
The Visale Guarantee is primarily intended for young people under 30, students, and precarious workers. However, part-time employees on a permanent contract can also benefit from it. It is advisable to check your eligibility on the website to be sure.
If you do not repay the amounts advanced by Visale, Action Logement may initiate recovery procedures to retrieve the amounts due. This could also affect your ability to benefit from future services or guarantees offered by Action Logement. So make sure to repay them if they have advanced you rent! π
And now you know all about the Visale Guarantee ! If you’re apartment hunting in France, note that you need to prepare a dossier de location ! If you haven’t already, go check our article on the subject, we explain you everything !