If you are moving to France and hold an official driving licence from an EU or EEA country it is possible to exchange it for the French licence. However, there are a few restrictions.
Kentucky, for example is not a country that has reciprocity with France. You must pass a written test and a test on the spot to get your French permit.
How do you apply
The process of getting your French driving license is extremely complicated. The process can take anywhere from one year and two years. It is required for all who wants to drive in France. The good news is that you can now apply online, which will help you avoid some of the delays.
First, you must ensure that you have all the necessary documents. You'll need a valid driving license and identity proofs as well as evidence of residence. In addition, you must pass a written and driving test to be able to get the permit. You will then have to take a medical exam to determine if you're competent to drive.
You can submit your documents online to ANTS. Log in to France Titres and select Nouvelle demand (new application). Then, click on Le permis de conduire (driver's license). Select Je demand la fabrication d’un Permis D de conduire. Complete the form with all the information you need. You must also state if you are applying for a minor or not. Select No to the question: Une medical visit is required? Is a medical exam required? ).
Once you have all the required documents You can start the process of converting your US driver's license for the French license. This must be done before your American driver's license expires. If you don't do this, you will have to go through the entire process again.
In France, it is important to always carry your driving licence as well as your insurance and registration documents in your vehicle when you drive. Failure to do so can result in a fine.
If you're not sure of the driving system in France, it's a good idea to take some lessons from a professional. In most instances these lessons will cost you money, but they're worth it in the end. If you are aware of the rules, you'll be able to drive more safely and efficiently.
Requirements
There are a few conditions you must meet in order to purchase a French B driving license on the internet. You must first be a European citizen with professional and personal connections to France. You must also pass the two sections of the test which are a written test and a driving test. If you are not able to meet these requirements, you may still take the Code test as an independent candidate without having to attend a driving school. This option is particularly useful when you are looking to avoid the costs for training at driving schools.
You must be at least 18 years old in order to get a French driving licence. However, you can begin learning to drive at the age of 16. This allows you to practice for both the theoretical and practical tests. You also need to present the medical certificate that certifies your ability to drive. You will find a list of approved doctors in the official document booklet.
The process to exchange your driving licence is simple. It is handled by the ANTS website (National Agency for Secured Titles). Log in to your ANTS Account and click on Nouvelle Demand in the upper-right corner. Once you are registered, click on Le permis de driving (Driver's license) and then I request la fabrication d'un titre de permit of driving (I want to request the production of an driver's license). Choose No for the question"Une visite médicale est-elle nécessaire? Is a medical test required? as category B licences don't require a medical examination.
After submitting the form, you will be issued an NEPH number. This is your application number and will also be your new French driving licence's number. You will then need to take the test in the theory section. You can register on the ANTS website or at your local Direction Departementale en charge des territoires. To sign up you must present your NEPH number as well as an ID with a valid photo.
After obtaining your French driving licence, you should be cautious to avoid traffic violations. You'll lose points on your driving record in the event of an offence. When your point balance is zero, the Ministry of Interior will notify you by way of a letter. Then, you will have to pay an amount of penalty.
Documents needed
Before you are able to apply for a French B driving license you need to have a number of documents in place. This includes your driving license from your country of origin, proof of identity, and a medical certificate. The medical certificate must be signed by a medical professional and state that you have an intellectual disability, mental or physical disability. The document should be dated not later than three months before your application. It is also essential to carry a copy of your insurance policy. You'll need it if you get into an accident while driving on the French road system.If you have a driving license from an European Union or EEA member state, you can use it in France without having to pass the French two-part exam. This is applicable to drivers of cars from the class B to class D, which includes motorhomes and campers. However, some companies might not offer the rental of a car for those who have licenses from outside the EU.
The French government has exchange arrangements in place with a range of countries, including Switzerland, Australia and South Africa. If your country is listed on the list, you can exchange your foreign driving licence for one in the French one without having to pass the French practical and written tests. However, you must make sure that you fill out all the necessary paperwork and file it within your first year of residency in France.
You can submit your application for an French license online through the ANTS website. The site will prompt you to sign up for an account and upload the required documents. After you submit your information, you will be able to check the status of your request. After you've completed the online application and received confirmation via text message or email.
You must immediately notify the police immediately if your driver's license is lost or stolen. You can do this on the internet or at the police station in your area. The police will issue you an official document that permits you to drive legally for the next two months in France.
Fees
The French B driving license (permis de conduire category B) is the official document that permits you to drive in France. It's shaped like credit card and includes your personal details including your driving license number as well as date of issue. It also identifies the kinds of vehicles that you are permitted to drive. It is valid for a period of 15 years.
The cost of obtaining the driving license isn't cheap. Depending on your location, you may have to pay for a Highway Code Course, 20 hours of driving lessons and an additional practical test. On average, it costs around EUR1,800. If you fail the test the cost will be EUR30 to take it again, and there is no limit on how many times you may take it back.
You can apply for a driver's licence online on the France Titres website by clicking Nouvelle demande (new application) in the upper right corner of the page. Then select Le permis de conduire (driver's license) and choose Je demande la fabrication d'un titre de permis de conduire (I order the production of my driver's license). If you answered"yes" to "une medical exam is necessary?," you must have a medical examination before you can be granted the driver's license.
After a year of residence in France, residents who hold a driving license from another EU/EEA nation or a different country can exchange it to obtain an French license. You are able to drive in France when your license is valid and hasn't yet been suspended or removed.
You should note that your French driver's license will be issued under your name as you entered it on the application form. The name on your permit will not be changed, even if you change it later on official documents. You can't use your driving license to get a passport or an identity card. It's strictly for driving in France. If you need these other documents, you will need to obtain an official French translation from the French Ministry of Justice or your Etat member.
