France’s “Anti-Squat” Law: What Changed and What You Must Know in 2026
Over the past few years, illegal occupation of properties commonly referred to as squatting has become a major issue in France. Many property owners have faced long, expensive and stressful procedures to recover their homes, sometimes losing months (or even years) of rent and suffering significant damage.
To respond to this growing problem, France adopted a major reform widely known as the “Anti-Squat Law”, officially:
➡️ Law n°2023-668 of 27 July 2023, often called the Kasbarian-Bergé Law.
In 2026, this law is fully in force and continues to reshape property law in France through harsher penalties, faster eviction procedures, and stronger protection of ownership rights.
LGH Patrimoine explains clearly what this law means in practice for owners, landlords, investors, and tenants.