Buy the French B Driving License Online

The first step to driving in France is to get an French license. This is done online via the ANTS website.

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

Driver's license test

You must pass a written test, called the code de la route (road code) as well as a practical driving test in order to obtain your French driving license. You may be required to take more driving lessons to prepare for your test. You can also choose to enroll in a driver's training program, which will take care of the instruction and scheduling for you. The exam can be taken at any number of times you'd like however, it will cost EUR30 per session.

You may also take the exam as an independent candidate. However this option is only available to people who have a driver's license from their country of origin that is issued in English. In addition, you must provide a medical certificate or a document certifying your handicap, known as a "reconnaissance permis de conduire perdu qualite de travailleur handicape". You can then take the test at one of the special sessions designed for non-French speakers (examen ETG specifique).

To pass the driving test in the practical, you must have an at-least 20 points and have no exclusionary error. The examiner will not tell you right away if you passed or failed, however, you can verify your results online on the securite routiere website 48 hours after the test by using your number for the NEPH. After you've confirmed your pass or fail, you can download a digital copy of the permit. The France Titres page to order your French driving license allows you to purchase your physical French license online.

A new driver's license in France is valid for five years. After that, you'll have to renew it by submitting an application for a fresh one with the prefecture. You'll need to bring your old driving licence, as well as a passport photograph and an address in France. You may apply for a new driving licence if you wish to add a different type of vehicle, or change the name of your current licence. To be eligible to apply, you must have living in France for a minimum of six months. You must also have an insurance policy valid for health which covers third-party liability for vehicles.

Exchange of foreign driver's license

If you're moving to France and have a driver's licence from your home country, there are some requirements you must be able to meet. You are able to exchange a licence only when there's a reciprocal agreement between France and your home country, and it's still valid. If not, you'll need take the French driving test and pass it. The process for applying could take as long as two years but now that it's online, it appears to be speeding up.

If you hold an international license issued by one of the countries that is a member of 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 are able to use it to drive in France. You must first get third-party liability insurance before you are permitted to drive. These types of licences are called "permis de conduire français en de driving." They have the shape and size of a credit card and they include your personal information as well as the vehicles you're allowed to drive.

In addition, you must not have any outstanding fines or traffic convictions on your license. You must also be over the legal driving age of your country. There are additional requirements you must meet. For example your licence should be issued prior to when you arrived to France. The license must be issued in your name and be written in your home language or with 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.

In France the new drivers begin with six points. The maximum number of points they could receive is twelve. You could face a fine for each offense or lose récupérer des points sur le permis de conduire from your license. Depending on how many you have, your license could be suspended for a specified period of time. If you intend to stay in France for an extended period of time, you should learn how to drive.

Learning to drive in France

If you're planning to move to France and would like to learn how to drive, you can enroll in a driving class or go through the entire process on your own. Whatever option you pick, it will involve some significant hurdles to get through. The wait to get your driving license in France can be up to 3 months due to a shortage of driving examiners. However, the actual test is similar to the two-part theory and practical exam that is taken in the UK.

One of the first things you will must pass is the 'highway code' test, or 'le code' for short. This is a comprehensive test that will take at least a couple of months to complete, so don't attempt to rush through it, or your French driver is likely to be a bit harsh with you (not that we can tell from personal experiences). This stage involves learning the code of conduct for highways and taking numerous'mock tests'. Once you're confident, you can go for the real thing.

The next step is to complete some time in a supervised by a knowledgeable driver. This is called conduite supervisee in France and you'll need to register with a prefecture to be certified as conduite supervisee. It is believed that you must do at least 20 hours of this before you can even think about taking the test.

You will also have to keep track of all your journeys. This is to ensure that you don't just go to school and home every day (that would be 3000 kilometers but it won't take you very far). These trips also need to be diverse, which means driving around your village for a whole year may not cut it. You could be fined and lose points on your French driving licence if you commit a serious offence, such as drunken driving or speeding.

The left lane should be used to pass cars and not for speeding. Be aware that you could be stopped when you drive slowly in the left lane on dual carriageways.

Insurance

If you intend to drive in France, you will require a French B driving license. This license permits drivers to drive cars up to 3.5 tons. It also permits you to drive vehicles with nine seats or less. The permit is valid for 15 years after the date of issue. You may be required to undergo a medical test to keep your license valid based on your age or the category of vehicle you drive.

You'll also require an insurance policy for third party liability for your vehicle. This policy will protect you in the case of an accident or theft. Additionally, you should carry your driver's license, insurance documents, and the car registration documents with you at all times. In some cases you may also need to carry 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 a foreign driving license from an EU/EFTA country. Some states have reciprocal agreements which make the process easier.

A French driving licence (permis d passez votre permis de conduire dès 749€ – 599€ driving) is an official document that lists your personal details, the type of vehicle you're permitted to drive, and the date of the issue and expiry date. In most places it is also used as a form of official identification. It is a pink plastic ID card that's about the size of credit cards.

You must notify the authorities of your French permit immediately if it's lost or stolen. You can report it online through the ANTS website. Then, you will receive an interim license that is valid for two months. In addition, if you've committed a crime, you will get an amount of money or have points removed from your license. The maximum number of points is twelve.