In France, employers are required to provide private medical insurance, referred to as a mutuelle. This private medical policy covers supported employees and the cost is fixed and included in the employer's burden. The mandatory coverage provided by the mutuelle includes basic health benefits, with the cost paid 30% by the employee and 70% by the employer. Employees contribute their share of the mutuelle directly from their payslip.
In France, eye care benefits are part of the basic health coverage provided to all supported employees.