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Calculate your Early Repayment Penalty

Estimate the early repayment penalty (IRA) on your mortgage for a full or partial repayment, based on the legal cap and exemption cases.

How is the early repayment penalty calculated?

The early repayment penalty (IRA) is the amount a bank may claim when you repay your mortgage before its term. Its amount is strictly capped by law.

Why calculate your penalty before repaying?

  • Check that early repayment is still worthwhile
  • Compare the penalty to the interest you save
  • Anticipate the exact cost of a refinance or resale
  • Find out whether you qualify for an exemption
  • Negotiate the removal of the penalty with your bank

How is the penalty capped?

The Consumer Code (articles L313-47 and R313-25) caps the penalty at the lower of six months of interest on the repaid capital at the loan's average rate, and 3% of the outstanding capital before repayment. No penalty is due in the event of a sale following a job relocation, death, or forced cessation of activity (article L313-48).

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