How French Companies Can Use OPCO Funding to Cut Training Costs and Upskill Their Teams

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Sep 3
2 min read

Updated: Sep 10

In France, corporate training is not just a way to upskill employees — it’s also a hidden financial benefit. Many business owners and HR leaders hesitate to allocate budget for training, but with OPCO (Opérateur de Compétences) funding, you can reduce training costs by 50% or more.

What Is OPCO?

OPCOs are government-appointed skills operators that help companies finance employee training. Each company is affiliated with a specific OPCO depending on its industry. Your annual training contributions can be reimbursed if you choose eligible training programs.

Typical Funding Process

Confirm your OPCO affiliation – You can find this on your URSSAF statement or HR platform.
Choose Qualiopi-certified training – Only training from certified providers is eligible.
Submit the application – Include your training plan, budget, and signed contract.
Wait for approval – This usually takes 2–4 weeks.
Claim reimbursement after training – Provide attendance sheets, invoices, and proof of completion.

Avoid Common Pitfalls

Some companies assume “100% reimbursement for any training,” but actual coverage, timelines, and documentation requirements vary by OPCO. To avoid surprises:

Plan early: Don’t wait until training starts to apply.
Verify with your training provider: Ensure contracts and invoices meet OPCO criteria.
Keep all records: Attendance sheets, certificates, and communications.

How ESCMT Makes It Easier？？

ESCMT delivers AI Camp in collaboration with Almaforma, our Qualiopi-certified partner. When OPCO funding is required, the contract and invoice are issued by Almaforma, ensuring a smooth and compliant process. You focus on achieving your learning goals — we help handle the paperwork.