Initially planned until December 31, 2023, aid for the purchase of a bicycle is extended until 2027. In addition, an extension of the eligibility conditions is planned. seen by a decree of February 12, 2024, opening the way to second-hand bicycles. How can I benefit from this purchase bonus, and what is the amount? Update on this government announcement.
Extension to used bikes
For the government, the bicycle bonus has a dual purpose: to encourage clean mobility and to promote regular physical activity for people of all ages. Until now, only bikes purchased new in stores were eligible for assistance. This clause is now gone since the State indicates that from 2024, subsidies now concern new or used bicycles, electric or classic. On the other hand, there is no need to rush to classified ad sites such as Leboncoin: second-hand models must be purchased from a professional.
Amounts and conditions for purchasing a bicycle in 2024
The ecological bonus known as VAE – electrically assisted bicycle – is maintained at €400 maximum and will be awarded subject to resource conditions. A distinction is made for cargo type bikes. The purchase of this type of bicycle, an electric trailer or a bicycle adapted for a disability is eligible for maximum aid of €2,000, always subject to resource conditions.
The ecological bonus request must be made within six months following the purchase. It must be submitted on the dedicated platform: primealaconversion.gouv.fr.
It seems useful to specify that the government prohibits all aid beneficiaries from reselling the bicycle within twelve months following its purchase.