Eco vouchers PC 111 in 2026: amount and rules
In PC 111 (metal, blue-collar) the sector eco voucher in 2026 is €250 for a full-time employee with a complete reference period.
The eco voucher in short
| Amount 2025 | €250 |
|---|---|
| Amount 2026 | €250 |
| Another benefit instead | only under conditions (see below) |
What you need to know
- Another benefit instead of eco vouchers is only possible in companies that already chose it under the previous agreements.
- The arrangement applies for an indefinite period, since 1 October 2021.
Source: FOD Werkgelegenheid, sectoraal overzicht ecocheques 2025-2026 (updated until 28 September 2026). Checked on 1 October 2026.
How do eco vouchers work?
Eco vouchers are free of social security and tax, up to 250 euros per year. You can only use them for ecological products and services, and they are valid for 24 months. If you work part-time or were not employed for the whole reference period, you generally get a proportional amount; the sector agreement sets the details.
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Frequently asked questions
How many eco vouchers do I get in PC 111?
€250 per year for a full-time employee with a complete reference period, according to the sector overview of the Federal Employment Service.
May my employer in PC 111 give something other than eco vouchers?
Only under conditions (see below). Another benefit instead of eco vouchers is only possible in companies that already chose it under the previous agreements.