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Accessing housing remains one of the main challenges in professional mobility, particularly for employees on relocation assignments, young professionals, and expatriates arriving in France. A tight rental market, high landlord requirements, and the absence of a personal guarantor are all factors that can slow down settling in and create stress during the first weeks.

In this context, the VISALE guarantee, managed by Action Logement, is taking on new significance. Until now, this mechanism was relatively underutilized in relocation processes, as its eligibility criteria did not always cover the situations faced by companies and their mobile employees. The changes coming into effect in 2026 significantly alter this landscape.

VISALE: A Broader Scope

VISALE acts as a free rental guarantee, presented to landlords in place of a traditional guarantor. It covers unpaid rent and charges, securing the rental relationship.

In professional mobility contexts, this type of guarantee was not always suitable for the diverse profiles supported (expatriates, temporary contracts, young talent). With the 2026 adjustments, VISALE becomes more widely applicable and therefore more relevant in many relocation processes.

What Changes in 2026

Rent ceilings more aligned with the market
The rent ceilings covered by the guarantee are being increased and differentiated by geographic zones. This adjustment ensures better alignment with rental levels in major urban areas and Île-de-France, where a significant portion of professional mobility takes place.

Guarantee duration aligned with the lease
VISALE coverage now extends for the entire initial lease term:

• 1 year for furnished rentals
• 3 years for unfurnished rentals

The possibility of extension upon lease renewal strengthens the stability of the mechanism for both tenants and landlords.

Broader access for young professionals in mobility
All young people under 30 can benefit from VISALE without income requirements, including in the context of relocation, temporary assignments, or first employment. This change makes the guarantee far more relevant for supporting mobile young talent.

Simplified procedures for certain contracts
Eligibility criteria for seasonal workers and temporary contracts have been simplified, facilitating the preparation of rental applications and reducing the time needed to access housing.

What This Means in Practice for HR and Employees

For HR and international mobility departments, these changes expand the range of solutions available to secure employees’ housing. VISALE can now be integrated more regularly into housing support strategies, complementing existing practices.

For mobile employees, this translates into more options, fewer obstacles, and a smoother settling-in process—an essential factor in the success of a professional assignment.

One Solution Among Others in Comprehensive Support

While the VISALE guarantee is becoming a more important tool than before, it remains one option among many in a structured relocation program. Its effectiveness depends on a careful analysis of individual situations, good coordination with rental market actors, and coherent integration with other housing security solutions.

At Management Mobility Consulting, VISALE is now systematically integrated when eligibility criteria are met, alongside other tools and practices, to provide solutions tailored to each mobility situation, benefiting both companies and employees.