Buy the French B Driving License Online

The first step to driving in France is to get a French license. This can be done online through the ANTS website.

The B license allows the driver to drive vehicles that weigh less than 3.5 tons and can accommodate up to 9 seats. This includes standard passenger vehicles as well as people carriers.

Driver's license test

Whether you're an EU driver or not the process to get your driving license in France will require passing a written test (code de la route) and a test on the road. In some cases, you may need to take additional hours of driving lessons to prepare for the test. You can also attend a driving school that will teach you. There are no restrictions on how many times you can take the test and it's only EUR30 per time.

You can also take the exam as an independent candidate. However, this option is only available to candidates who possess a driver's licence from their home country issued in English. In addition, you must provide a medical certificate or a document certifying your handicap, known as a "reconnaissance de qualite suspension du permis de conduire et permis retiré travailleur handicape". You are able to take the test at one of the special sessions (examen ETG spécifique) for non-French-speaking applicants.

You must score at least 20 points to pass the driving test. There can be no elimination errors. It is not possible to tell whether you passed or failed the practical driving test by the examiner. However you can verify the results online for 48 hours after the test using your NEPH. After you've verified your success, you can download a copy of the permit. The France Titres page to purchase your French driving license will allow you to purchase your physical French license online.

A new driving licence in France is valid for five years. After that, you'll have renew it by submitting an application for a new licence with the prefecture. You will have to bring your driving licence from the past as well as a passport photo and a French address. You can also apply for an additional licence if you would like to add a different category of vehicle or change the name of your current driving licence. But, you must have lived in France for at least six months in order to be eligible. You must also be covered by a current health insurance policy which includes third-party liability coverage for automobiles.

Exchange of driving licenses from abroad

If you're planning to move to France and have a driver's licence from your home country, there are a few conditions that you must meet. For instance you can only exchange your license if your country has a reciprocal arrangement with France and it's still valid. You'll need to pass the French driving test in case you don't. The process for applying can take between two and three years but now that it's online, the process seems to be moving more quickly.

If you hold a foreign license from one of the countries that is a member of the EU or European Free Trade Association, (EFTA - Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway) or in the event that your British or Northern Irish licence was issued before 2013, then you may use it to drive in France. However you must purchase third-party liability insurance on your car before you are allowed to drive. These licences are known as "prix du permis de conduire 2023 de driving". They resemble an credit card and contain your personal information and the vehicles you are allowed to drive.

Additionally, you should not have any outstanding traffic convictions or fines on your license. You also have to be over the legal driving age in your country of origin. There are other requirements that you must meet. For example your licence must have been issued before you arrived to France. The license must be in your name, written in your native language, or accompanied by an official translation. It must also be valid in your country of residence and must have been obtained before the date of commencement of your visa or residence permit.

New drivers in France begin with six points on their driving licenses. The maximum amount of points they can receive is twelve. Each time you are found guilty of an offense, you can either get a fine or have points taken off your license. Based on the number of points you have, your licence could be suspended for a certain period of time. If you're planning to stay in France for a long time it is worth the time to learn to drive here.

Learning to drive in France

You can take a driving course or learn to drive on your own if you are moving to France. Regardless of which option you choose, it will involve some significant hurdles to get through. The process to get your license in France will take a lot of time, with waiting times reported to be up to three months due to the shortage of driving examiners. However, the actual test is similar to the two-part theory and practical exam that is taken in the UK.

The first thing you'll need to complete is pass an 'highway code"lecode" or a similar test. It is a thorough test that takes at least a couple of months to be completed, so don't try to rush through it, or your French driver will probably give you the finger (not that we can tell from personal experience). This phase involves learning the code of conduct for highways, and taking lots of'mock tests'. When you're confident enough, you can move on to the real thing.

The next step is to do some time in a supervised drive with an experienced driver. This is called conduite supervisee in France and you'll have to register with a prefecture before being recognized as conduite supervisee. You must complete at least 20 hours before you're even allowed to take the test.

Another aspect of accompanied driving is that you will be required to keep a log of all the journeys you make. This is to make sure that you don't drive to school and back every day (that would be 3000 km but it won't take you very far). These trips also need to be varied, so driving around your village for a whole year may not suffice. If you commit an offense such as drinking or speeding, you'll be fined and lose points from your French driver's license.

The left lane should only be used for passing cars and not for speeding. Be prepared to be pulled over if you are driving slowly in the left-hand lane of dual carriageways.

Insurance

You'll need a French B license if you plan on driving in France. This license permits you to drive vehicles not heavier than 3.5 tons. This permit also permits you to drive cars with no more than nine seats. The permit is valid for 15 years from the date of the issue. You may be required to take an examination to maintain your license, based on your age and vehicle type.

You'll also need a policy of third-party liability for your vehicle. This policy will cover you in the event of an accident, or theft. Additionally, you should carry your driving license, insurance documents, and car registration papers with you at all times. In certain situations, you may also require carrying your passport.

Buying and insuring your car in France can be a daunting task however it doesn't need to be. It's simple and easy, especially in the case of an international driving license from an EU/EFTA country. This is because certain states have reciprocal agreements with France that make the process much easier.

A French driving licence (Prix du permis De conduire 2024 permis de conduire français en driving) is an official document that lists your personal details and the kind of vehicle you are allowed to drive, and the date of the issue and expiration date. It can also be used as a valid ID in most locations. It's a pink plastic credit card-sized card.

You must report your French permit immediately if it's lost or stolen. You can report it online via the ANTS website. You'll then receive a temporary permit that's valid for two months. If you've committed a crime, you will get a fine or be stripped of points from your license. The maximum number of points is twelve points.