From e51aa393ccd613389b011d3b409590dfb2c53dac Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: licencefrancexpress0775 Date: Thu, 5 Dec 2024 13:31:52 +0800 Subject: [PATCH] Add Why We Do We Love Buy The French B Driving License Online (And You Should Also!) --- ...nse-Online-%28And-You-Should-Also%21%29.md | 49 +++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 49 insertions(+) create mode 100644 Why-We-Do-We-Love-Buy-The-French-B-Driving-License-Online-%28And-You-Should-Also%21%29.md diff --git a/Why-We-Do-We-Love-Buy-The-French-B-Driving-License-Online-%28And-You-Should-Also%21%29.md b/Why-We-Do-We-Love-Buy-The-French-B-Driving-License-Online-%28And-You-Should-Also%21%29.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..0b80322 --- /dev/null +++ b/Why-We-Do-We-Love-Buy-The-French-B-Driving-License-Online-%28And-You-Should-Also%21%29.md @@ -0,0 +1,49 @@ +Buy the French B Driving License Online + +If you're planning to drive in France, the first step is obtaining the French driver's license. This is done online via the ANTS website. + +The B license permits you to drive vehicles weighing less than 3.5 tonnes and with a maximum of nine seats. This includes standard passenger vehicles and people carriers. + +Driver's license exam + +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 driving license in France. In certain situations, you may need to spend additional hours of driving lessons to prepare for the test. You can also enroll in an instructor at a driving school who will prepare and teach you. The exam can be taken at any number of times you like, but it costs EUR30 per session. + +You may also take the test as an independent candidate, however this option is only available for people with a driver's license from their country of origin that was 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 take the test at one of the special sessions (examen ETG spécifique) for non-French-speaking candidates. + +You must score at least 20 points to pass the driving test in a practical manner. There are no elimination faults. The examiner will not tell you immediately if you've passed or failed the test, but you can examine your results online at the securite Routiere website within 48 hours of passing the test using your NEPH number. You can download the digital version of your permit once you've confirmed your success. You can then order your physical French driving license online through the France Titres order your driver's license webpage. + +In France the new driving license is valid for five years. After five years, you'll need to renew your licence by applying for a new one with the prefecture. You'll have to bring your old driving license, a passport photograph and a French address. You may also apply for a new driving licence if you wish to add a new category of vehicle, or change your name on your current licence. However, you must have lived in France for at least six months to be eligible. You must also have a valid health insurance policy which includes third-party coverage for vehicles. + +Exchange of a foreign driving license + +If you're planning to move to France and already have a driver's licence from your home country, there are some conditions you have to be able to meet. You are able to exchange a licence only when there's an agreement of reciprocity between France and your home country, and it is still valid. If not, you'll need take a French driving test and be able to pass it. The process can take up to a year or two however it appears to be moving more quickly now that the application is available online. + +If you have an international license from a country which 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 prior to 2013, then you can use it to drive in France. You must first purchase third-party liability insurance before being permitted to drive. These licences are known as "permis de driving". They look similar to an credit card and contain your personal information along with the type of vehicle you are allowed to drive. + +In addition, you must not have any outstanding fines or traffic convictions on your license. Additionally, you must be above the legal age to drive in the country you are from. There are additional requirements you must meet. For instance your [Licence France Xpress](https://licencefrancexpress.com/) should be valid prior to the time you moved to France. The license must be issued in your name and in your home language, or it could be accompanied by the translation. It must be valid in the country where you reside and been issued before the expiration date of your residence permit or visa. + +New drivers in France start off with six points on their driving licences. They can receive up to 12 points. You could be fined for each violation or lose points from your license. Your license may be suspended according to the amount of points you've accrued. If you're planning to stay in France for a long time it is worth the time to learn to drive in France. + +Learning to drive in France + +You can enroll in a driving school or learn to drive on your own if are moving to France. Whatever option you choose, it will involve some difficult hurdles to cross. The wait to get your driving license in France can take up to 3 months long due to a shortage of driving examiners. However, the actual test is very similar to the two-part theory exam and practical test that is offered in the UK. + +One of the first things you'll need to pass is the 'highway code' test, or 'le code' for short. It is a thorough test which will take at the very least two months to complete. Do not take it lightly or your French driver could be able to give you a slap. This is basically learning the highway code and sitting lots of 'mock' tests. When you're confident enough, you can move on to the real test. + +The next step is to complete an hour of accompanied by a knowledgeable driver. This is called conduite supervisee in France and you will need to register with a prefecture in order to be certified as such. You must complete at minimum 20 hours before you're even allowed to take the test. + +Another part of the accompanied driving is that you be required to keep a log of every journey you take. This is to ensure that you are not just going to school and back every day (that could be 3000 miles, but it isn't going to get you anywhere!) This journey also has to be varied, which means driving in your community each day for the entire year may not suffice. You will be fined and lose points on your French driving license if commit a serious offense, such as drunken driving or speeding. + +The left lane should only be used to pass cars and not for driving at a slow pace. Be aware that you could be stopped when you drive slowly in the left-hand lane of a dual carriageway. + +Insurance + +If you plan to drive in France, you will need a French B driving license. This permit allows you to drive cars that are not heavier than 3.5 tons. It also allows you to operate vehicles with fewer than nine seats. The permit is valid for 15 years from the date of the issue. You may have to undergo a medical test to keep your license valid based on your age or category of vehicle. + +You will also require a policy of 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 license as well as insurance documents and registration papers at all times. In certain situations, 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. In fact, it can be simple and easy, especially if you already have a driver's license issued by an EU or EFTA country. This is because some states have reciprocal agreements with France and France, which makes the process even easier. + +A French driving licence (permis de conduire) is a legal document that lists your personal details, the type of vehicle you're allowed to drive, as well as the date of issue and expiry date. It is also used as a valid ID in most locations. It's a pink credit card-sized plastic credit card. + +You must notify the authorities of your French permit immediately if it is lost or stolen. You can do this on the ANTS website. Then, you will receive a temporary license that is valid for two months. If you've committed an offense you'll be assessed a fine or be stripped of points from your license. The maximum amount is twelve points. \ No newline at end of file