Discover how the Notaries Pension Fund works, a special / autonomous scheme scheme managed by CRN. Contribution rates, calculation rules and eligible professions.
Scheme type
Special / autonomous scheme
Legal retirement age
64 years
Average pension
€3,800/month
Total
30.23%
The pension scheme for notaries, one of the oldest French professional schemes.
Managing organization
CRN
Year founded
1937
Calculation method
Points-based system
Full pension age
67 years
Full pension quarters
172
| Type | Rate | Ceiling | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 8.23% | 1 PASS | Base scheme contribution |
| Self-employed | 22% | — | Supplementary scheme contribution (high rate) |
| Total | Self-employed: 30.23% | ||
PASS 2024: 46 368 € (3 864 €/month)
Strong solidarity
Solidarity mechanisms between active and retired notaries.
High contribution rate
Among the highest contributions for liberal professions, offset by generous pensions.
Notaries holding an office.
Gross salary: 3 500 € | Career duration: 42 years
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