French CAF Audits: Unexpected Reimbursements for Past Overpayments

French CAF Audits Lead to Unexpected Reimbursements: Social Worker Shares Client Experiences France – The Caisse d'allocations familiales (CAF), responsible for family allowances in France, recently conducted audits that have resulted in unexpected financial demands for some recipients. A social worker, L’assistante sociale, highlights two cases in a recent video. One client reported being audited three years after receiving benefits, while another faced a demand to reimburse over 3700 euros for past overpayments after their benefits were discontinued. "Even if you no longer receive CAF benefits, they can still go back years and conduct these reviews," explains L’assistante sociale. This highlights the importance of maintaining accurate records for those receiving CAF payments. The CAF's audits are designed to ensure the accurate distribution of funds. However, these cases raise concerns about the potential financial burden on recipients who may have unknowingly received overpayments. The social worker suggests that the CAF offers payment plans to alleviate this burden. The CAF's actions serve as a reminder for all recipients to ensure their information is up-to-date and accurate to prevent similar situations in the future. Further investigation is needed to determine the extent of these audits and their impact on families across France.