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Driving Rules & Facts
Right-Hand Traffic — France drives on the right. Overtake on the left only. On multi-lane roads, stay in the rightmost lane except when overtaking.
BAC Limits: 0.5 g/L / 0.2 g/L — General limit 0.5 g/L. Novice drivers (permis probatoire) and professional drivers: 0.2 g/L. Above 0.8 g/L is a criminal offence with imprisonment possible.
Mandatory Insurance — Third-party liability insurance (assurance au tiers) is compulsory. Driving without insurance is a criminal offence: €3,750 fine + vehicle confiscation possible. Insurance vignette must be displayed.
Contrôle Technique — Mandatory vehicle inspection every 2 years (first inspection at 4 years). Vehicles failing the inspection have 2 months for repairs. Since 2024, motorcycles also require a contrôle technique.
Crit'Air & ZFE Zones — Crit'Air vignettes classify vehicles by emissions. Required in all 43 ZFE (Zones à Faibles Émissions) cities. Driving without the correct vignette: €68 fine. Older, more polluting vehicles are progressively banned.
Phone Use Prohibited — Using a handheld phone while driving is prohibited: €135 + 3 points. Since 2022, police can retain the vehicle. Bluetooth hands-free is permitted but earbuds/headphones are not.
How to Get Your Driving License in France
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Typical Cost
€1,500–€2,500
Total driving school cost including lessons and materials
Prices vary by school, location, and number of lessons needed.
Typical Lessons Needed
~20
60-minute lessons on average
Mandatory Theory Hours
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No mandatory hours. You can study independently and take the exam when ready.
Mandatory Practical Hours
20h
Required behind-the-wheel training with an instructor
License Requirements in France
Theory Test Languages
The ANTS theory test is available in these languages:
Tips for Choosing a Driving School in Marseille
- Compare prices from at least 3 schools before enrolling. The cheapest option is not always the best — check what is included in the package.
- Ask schools about their pass rates. A higher pass rate often indicates better instruction quality.
- If France's official language is not your first language, ask if the school offers instruction or materials in your language.
Source: Agence Nationale des Titres Sécurisés · Last updated: 2026-03-15
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