Buy the French B Driving License Online

If you plan to drive in France the first step is obtaining an French driver's 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 exam

Whether you're an EU driver or not the process of obtaining your driving license in France will require passing an exam written (code de la route) and a test on the road. In some cases you might 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 limitations to the number of times you can take the exam, and it costs EUR30 per time.

You may also take the test as an independent candidate. However this option is only available to those 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 suspension du permis de conduire et permis retiré qualite de travailleur handicape". You can take the test at one of the special sessions (examen ETG spécifique) for non-French-speaking candidates.

To pass the driving test on the road you must achieve an at-least 20 points and no eliminatory fault. It is not possible to tell if you have passed or failed the test by the examiner. However you can verify the results online within 48 hours after your test using your NEPH. After you've confirmed your pass or fail you can download a copy of the permit. The France Titres page for ordering your French driving license allows you to order your physical French license online.

In France, a new driver's license is valid for five years. After that, you'll need renew it by submitting an application for a new licence with the prefecture. You'll have to bring your driving licence from the past as well as a passport photo and a French address. You could apply for a new driving licence if your intention is to add a different category of vehicle, or alter your name on your current licence. To be eligible you must be living in France for at least six months. You must also have a valid health insurance policy that includes third-party liability insurance for cars.

Exchange of foreign driver's licence

If you're moving to France and already have a driver's license from your home country, there are a few conditions you have to be able to meet. For instance, you can only exchange your license in the event that your country has a reciprocal agreement with France, and if it's still valid. Otherwise, you'll have to take a French driving test and pass it. The application process could take as long as two years, but now that it's online, it appears to be moving more quickly.

If your foreign licence is from a country that is an EU member EU or European Free Trade Association (EFTA - Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway) or If you have a British or Northern Irish license that was issued prior to 2013, you are able to use it in France. You must first obtain third-party liability insurance before being permitted to drive. These licenses are also known as "passez votre permis de conduire dès 749€ – 599€ suspension du permis de conduire et permis retiré driving". They look similar to credit cards and include your personal details along with the type of vehicle you can drive.

Additionally, you should not have outstanding fines or traffic convictions on your license. You must also be older than the legal age for driving in your country. There are other requirements you must meet. For example your licence should be valid prior to the time you arrived in France. The license must be issued in your own name and in your native language, or be accompanied by the translation. It must also be valid in your country of residence, and must have been obtained before the date you receive your visa or residence permit.

New drivers in France start with six points on their driving licenses. They can receive a maximum of twelve points. Each time you make a mistake you could face an amount of money or have points removed from your licence. Depending on how many you've got, your license could be suspended for a specified period of time. If you're planning to stay in France for a long time, you should take the trouble to learn how to drive in France.

Learn to drive in France

If you're planning to move to France and want to learn how to drive, suspension Du permis de conduire et permis retiré you can either enroll in a driving class or learn the process on your own. Whatever option you choose it will require some serious hoops to jump through. The process of getting your license in France will take a significant amount of time and waiting times are of up to three months due to an absence of driving examiners. The actual test is similar to the UK's two-part theory test and practical test.

One of the first things you will need to pass is the "highway code" test, also known as 'Acheter le permis de conduire français B en ligne code' for short. This is a comprehensive test that should take at minimum a few months to complete, so don't try to rush through it, or your French driver is likely to give you the finger (not that we know from personal experiences). This stage is essentially learning the code of the road and taking a lot of'mock' tests. Then when you're confident enough you can go for the real thing.

The next step is to do some time in a supervised drive with an experienced driver. In France it is known as conduite supervisee and you must sign up with the prefecture in order to be able to get approval. You will need to complete at least 20 hours before you are even allowed to take the practical test.

You'll also need to keep track of all your trips. This is to ensure that you are not just going to school and back every day (that could be 3000 miles, but it won't get you very far!) These trips also need to be diverse, which means driving around your community for a year might not cut it. If you commit a major crime such as drinking or speeding, you will get a fine and lose points off your French driver's license.

Another thing to keep in mind is that the left lane is reserved for passing cars, not driving slow in. Be aware that you could be stopped in the event of driving too fast in the left-hand lane of dual carriageways.

Insurance

If you intend to drive in France you'll need a French B driving license. This permit allows drivers to drive cars up to 3.5 tons. It also enables you to drive vehicles with fewer than nine seats. The permit is valid for 15 years from the date of the issue. You may have to take a medical exam to renew your license based on your age or vehicle category.

You will also need an insurance policy for third party liability for your vehicle. This policy will protect you in the event of an accident, or theft. You must also keep your driving licence as well as insurance documents and registration documents at all times. In certain situations, you may also require carrying your passport.

The process of purchasing and insuring your vehicle in France can be daunting but it doesn't have to be. In fact, it's simple and easy, especially when you already have a foreign driver's license from an EU or EFTA country. This is due to the fact that some states have reciprocal agreements with France that make the process much easier.

The French driving license (permis de conduire international d'conduire) is an official document that contains your personal information, along with the type and date of expiry of the vehicle you are permitted to drive. In many places it is also used as an official identification. It's an attractive pink plastic card that's about the size of a credit card.

It's crucial to know that if you're French permit is lost or stolen, you must report it immediately. You can report it online through the ANTS website. You will then be issued an interim license that is valid for two months. If you have committed an offence, you could also be fined or lose points from your license. The maximum number of points is twelve.