JC 136 / 222 — Paper and cardboard processing — Paper and cardboard: what the draft agreement plans for your meal vouchers
The draft protocol agreement 2025-2026 plans a progressive increase of meal vouchers for workers (JC 136) and employees (JC 222) in paper and cardboard processing. The employer share rises by €1.50 on 1 January 2026 and by €0.50 on 1 July 2026, totalling +€2 across the year. In the absence of a company agreement, the January increase drops to €1. The text is still to be confirmed.
Your challenges
Sound familiar?
Workers (JC 136) and employees (JC 222) on the same site?
Your teams fall under two different joint committees but share the same sector. Aligning meal vouchers without creating inequalities requires a structured approach.
Company agreement or not: which amount applies?
The January 2026 increase reaches €1.50 by default but drops to €1 in the absence of a company agreement. Identifying the right scenario for your company drives your entire budget calculation.
Two 2026 deadlines to integrate into payroll
January then July: two thresholds to configure, twice the risk of oversight. A centralised digital platform prevents data-entry errors and ensures follow-up.
Key measures
What applies to your sector
+€1.50 on 1 January 2026
The employer share of meal vouchers rises by €1.50 for JC 136 workers and JC 222 employees. In the absence of a company agreement, this increase drops to €1: check your situation before configuring payroll.
+€0.50 additional on 1 July 2026
A second step of €0.50 is added mid-year, bringing the cumulative 2026 increase to €2 for companies with a company agreement (or €1.50 without).
Text to be confirmed in the final version
The draft protocol is still to be finalised. Amounts, exceptions and application terms may still evolve. Follow your federation inDUfed for the latest updates.
Timeline
Key dates to remember
First planned increase: +€1.50*
The employer share of meal vouchers rises by €1.50 for workers (JC 136) and employees (JC 222). (*) In the absence of a company agreement, the increase drops to €1. Measure from the draft protocol 2025-2026.
Second planned increase: +€0.50
Second step of €0.50, bringing the cumulative 2026 increase to €2 (€1.50 without a company agreement), subject to confirmation of the final protocol.
Sectoral federation: inDUfed
Anticipate sectoral increases without adding to your administration
With Monizze, configure both 2026 steps in a few clicks, model the budget impact based on your situation (with or without a company agreement), and harmonise meal vouchers between your JC 136 workers and JC 222 employees. One platform for two populations, simplified follow-up and a smooth digital experience for your teams.
Our approach
The Monizze answer: manage, simplify, optimise
Tailored evaluation
- Analysis of your industry sector, your headcount and the appropriate budget scenario
- Objective assessment of the real impact in consultation with your social secretariat
- Comparison of your options to choose the best strategy
Centralised digital management
- Simplified management of meal vouchers and eco-vouchers
- Integration of mobility solutions and mobility budget
- Global overview via RewardFlex — one platform, one management interface
- Automated compliance with sectoral obligations
Enhanced employee experience
- Real-time view of your balance and benefits
- Simplified activation of the Monizze card
- Full visibility over the complete salary package
Next steps
3 steps to comply with JC 136 / 222
Verify the obligations of your JC 136 / 222
Amounts, deadlines, exceptions: every detail matters.
Estimate the cost for your team size
Compare scenarios and identify the best option.
Plan your 2026 benefits
Meal vouchers, mobility, flexibility: a coherent package.
Take action
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about sectoral agreements
When do meal vouchers increase in JC 136 and 222?
When do meal vouchers increase in JC 136 and 222?
What if my company has no company-level agreement?
What if my company has no company-level agreement?
What is the difference between JC 136 and JC 222?
What is the difference between JC 136 and JC 222?
Which sectoral federation covers JC 136 and 222?
Which sectoral federation covers JC 136 and 222?
Is the €10 meal voucher mandatory for all companies?
Is the €10 meal voucher mandatory for all companies?
Can meal vouchers be optimised without increasing the overall cost for the employer?
Can meal vouchers be optimised without increasing the overall cost for the employer?
My industry sector is not listed, what should I do?
My industry sector is not listed, what should I do?
Other sectors
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+€2 or introduction at €3.09 from 1 July 2026
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Meal voucher increase of +€2 per day worked, €6 minimum from 2026
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Sectoral meal voucher increase of +€1.25 per day worked
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