Intermittent entertainment worker: how to rent a home in France without a guarantor?

Yes, the Garantme Guarantee is open to intermittent entertainment workers (intermittents du spectacle). Performance fees (cachets) and intermittent unemployment benefits count as income. Garantme replies within 3 business hours.

Which documents do intermittent workers need to provide?

• your benefit entitlement certificate (attestation d'ouverture de droits);
• your last 3 France Travail payment statements;
• where applicable, your last 3 payslips (performance fees).

Which documents does everyone need to provide?

• a valid, legible ID document: national ID card, passport, residence permit, driving licence or visa;
• proof of savings less than 2 months old (bank certificate, account statement or screenshot of your online banking) showing your name, your bank, the date and the balance;
• if you are married or in a civil partnership (PACS): proof of your status (marriage or PACS certificate, family record book…) and your spouse's or partner's ID.

For rents above €5,000 per month, additional documents are required: Garantme Guarantee for rents above €5,000.

How do I get the Garantme eligibility certificate?

1. Create your application online at garantme.fr and upload your documents.
2. Garantme reviews your complete application and replies within 3 business hours.
3. You receive your eligibility certificate to add to your rental application.
4. Once you have found a home, follow the steps to get the guarantee deed.

How much does the Garantme Guarantee cost?

From 4.5% of the annual rent including charges, paid by the tenant. The Garantme Guarantee is free for the landlord (pricing details).

Who backs the Garantme Guarantee?

The Garantme Guarantee is backed by licensed insurers: see the insurers behind the Garantme Guarantee.

Updated on 10 November 2026.