Buy the French B Driving License Online

If you're planning to drive in France the first step is obtaining a French driver's license. This can be done online on the ANTS website.

The B license permits you to drive cars weighing less than 3.5 tonnes and with an maximum of nine seats. This includes standard passenger cars as well as people carriers.

Driver's license test

Whether you're an EU driver or not, the process of getting your driving license in France requires passing a written test (code de la route) and a test on the road. In some cases, you may need to complete additional driving lessons to prepare for the test. You may also opt to attend a driver's school, which will handle the instruction and scheduling for you. There are no limits to the number of times you can sit for the test and it's only EUR30 each time.

You may also take the test as an independent candidate but this option is only applicable for people with a driver's licence from their home country that has been issued in English. In addition, you must provide a medical certificate or a document certifying your handicap, known as a "reconnaissance de qualite de travailleur handicape". You can then take the test in one of the special sessions designed for non-French speakers (examen ETG specifique).

You must score at least 20 points to pass the practical driving test. There is no possibility of elimination mistakes. The examiner won't tell whether you passed or failed, but you can check your results online at the securite routiere website 48 hours after the test by using your number for the NEPH. You can download the digital version of your license once you've confirmed your passing. The France Titres page to order your French driving license will allow you to purchase your physical French license online.

A new driving license in France is valid for five years. After five years, you'll need to renew your licence by submitting a new application with the prefecture. You will be required to bring along your old driving license along with a passport photo and a French address. You can also submit an application for an additional licence if you would like to add a different category of vehicle or change the name on your existing driving licence. However you must have been in France for at least six months in order to be eligible. You must also have an insurance policy for health which includes third-party coverage for automobiles.

Exchange of a foreign driving license

If you're planning to move to France and already have a driver's license from your home country, there are some conditions you have to meet. For instance, you are able to exchange your licence only in the event that your country has a reciprocal agreement with France and if it's still valid. You'll have to pass a French driving exam in the event that you don't. The process can take a few years or more however, it appears to be moving much more quickly now that the application is available online.

If you hold a foreign license from one of the countries that is a member of EU or European Free Trade Association, (EFTA - Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway), or if your British or Northern Irish licence was issued before 2013, then you may use it to drive in France. However you must get third-party liability car insurance prior to the time you can drive. These licences are known as "suspension du permis de conduire et permis retiré de driving". They look similar to credit cards and include your personal information and the vehicles you are able to drive.

In addition, you must not have outstanding fines or traffic convictions on your license. You also have to be above the legal age for driving in the country you are from. There are additional requirements you must meet. For instance, your license must have been issued before you arrived in France. The driving licence must be in your name and written in your native language, or accompanied by an official translation. It must be valid in the country in which you reside and been issued prior to the expiration date of your visa or residence permit.

New drivers in France start with six points on their driving licences. The maximum number of points they could receive is twelve. You could face a fine for each offense, or lose points from your license. Depending on the number of points you have, your license could be suspended for a certain period of time. If you're going to be in France for a long period of time and you're planning to drive, it's worth the time to learn to drive here.

Learn to drive in France

If you're planning to move to France and are looking to learn to drive, you can either enroll in a driving class or learn the process on your own. Whichever option you choose, it will involve some serious hoops to jump through. Getting your license in France will take a significant amount of time, with waiting times of up to three months due to a shortage of driving examiners. However, the actual test is very similar to the two-part theory exam and practical exam that is taken in the UK.

The first thing you'll need to do is pass an 'highway code"lecode" or a similar test. This is a comprehensive test that takes at least a couple of months to complete, so don't attempt to rush through it, or your French driver will probably be a bit harsh with you (not that we know from personal experience). This stage involves learning the highway code and taking numerous'mock tests'. When you're confident enough, 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 will need to sign up with a prefecture to be certified as conduite supervisee. You will need to complete at minimum 20 hours before you are even permitted to take the test.

You will also have keep a log of all your trips. This is to ensure that you don't simply go to school and home every day (that would be 3000 kilometers but it won't take you very far). The journeys must be diverse, which means driving around the village for a year won't be enough. You'll be penalized and lose points on your French driving license if commit a serious crime like drunk driving or speeding.

The left lane should be used to pass cars and not for driving slowly. If you're on the dual carriageway and you drive slow in the left lane, you will probably get stopped by an French traffic policeman, so be ready.

Insurance

If you want to drive in France you'll require a French B driving license. This license allows you to drive vehicles not more than 3.5 tons. It also enables you to drive vehicles that have fewer than nine seats. The permit is valid for 15 years from the date of issue. You may need to take an examination to maintain your license, based on your age and vehicle type.

You'll also require an insurance policy for third party liability for your vehicle. This policy will protect you in the event of an accident, or theft. In addition, you must carry your driver's license along with insurance documents and the car registration documents on you at all times. In some instances you'll have to have your passport on you, too.

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

A French driving licence (permis de driving) is a legal document that lists your personal details, the type of vehicle you're permitted to drive, as well as the date of issue and expiration date. In most cases, it also serves as an official identification. It's an attractive pink plastic card which is similar to credit cards.

You must notify the authorities of your French permit immediately if it's lost or stolen. You can report it by going to the ANTS website. Then, you will receive an interim license that is valid for two months. If you've committed an offence, you could also be fined or removed from your license. The maximum number of points is twelve.