What are the driving laws in France?

What are the driving laws in France?

Visitors must be aged 18 or over and hold a full, valid driving licence to legally drive in France. Riders of mopeds or motorcycles up to 125cc must be aged 16 or over. Driving licences issued in EU and EEA countries are accepted. International driving permits are recognised but not required.

Is driving in France easy?

Driving in France really is nothing to worry about. Motorways and dual carriageways are the easiest to drive on and as long as you take it steady through the towns, you shouldn’t have any issues.

Do you give way to the right in France?

This slightly foreboding warning sign indicates that there is a junction coming up ahead and that you don’t have priority, so you should slow down and give way to the right. In France they generally follow a system called ‘priorité à droite’ which gives the right of way to cars entering the road from the right.

Is it illegal to eat and drive in France?

Contrary to what you might have read elsewhere there is no actual law in France that bans drivers from eating at the wheel, whether it’s a baguette, a bonbon or a boeuf bourguignon. If however you eat a sandwich whilst stuck in a traffic jam on the autoroute, then the officer might let it go.

What is speed limit in France?

The national speed limit in France is as follows: Motorways: 130 kph (80 mph) Dual Carriageways: 110 kph (68 mph) Main Roads Outside Built-up Areas: 80 kph (49 mph)

Can I bring my car to France?

All vehicles imported to France must comply with all the legal and technical requirements stipulated by the French government. Once your car has met the standards set out by the government, you can obtain a government-issued certificate permitting you to bring your vehicle to France.

Do I need a GB or UK sticker to drive in France?

A full, valid UK driving licence is required. Due to new updates from the DVLA the paper counterpart is no longer required and this includes when travelling on the Continent. You must be 18 or over to drive in France. A UK sticker to display in the rear windscreen and your motor insurance certificate(1).

Do I need a French driving licence after Brexit?

In the aftermath of the 2016 Brexit referendum, the British government told all British people living in France that they would need to exchange their driving licence for a French one. This meant that anyone who moved to France after 2019 has never been allowed to make an application to exchange their licence.

Can you use hands free in France?

EVEN CERTAIN HANDS FREE mobile-phone use is banned in France. The new rule applies to all hands-free phones using a headset, bluetooth or wired. Drivers caught using a mobile phone while on the road in France are liable to an on-the-spot fine of 135 Euros – and 3 penalty points if they have a French driving licence.

Is it illegal to smoke in a car in France?

Drinking and Driving French authorities are tough on drink driving and motorists must carry a breathalyser or face a fine. Smoking and Driving New legislation has made it illegal to smoke in a car with children aged 12 years and younger as passengers.

Can you drink in the car in France?

Re: Are passengers in a car allowed to drink alcohol in France? No. You may not have an opened container of alcohol in the passenger compartment of a vehicle.

How long can I keep my car in France?

90 consecutive days
Your existing insurance will normally allow you to drive the car in France for a maximum of 90 consecutive days. During this time you must make the necessary arrangements to obtain your French “Certificat d’Immatriculation” (previously called Carte Grise; grey card).

What is the minimum legal driving age in France?

The minimum driving age in France is 18. Younger drivers under the age of 18 cannot drive a car in France even if they have a full driving licence from another country. In France, younger drivers can drive as learners if accompanied by a fully licensed driver, and only after they have passed the theoretical part of the French driving test.

What are the speed limits in France?

Here are the normal speed limits for driving in France: The normal speed limit on French motorways is 130 km/hr (just over 80 mph). – or 110 km/hr in rain. The normal speed limit on dual carriageways (divided highways) is 110 km/hr. The normal speed limit on main roads is 80 km/hr (outside built-up areas).

You must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driving licence from your home country. It is very important that you stop at STOP signs or you may receive a spot fine. Respect posted speed limits; do not drive if you have had too many drinks.

How do you get drivers license in France?

Obtaining a driver’s licence. The French driving licence can be obtained after finishing a driving school and passing a two-stage test: the theory test (examen du code de la route) and road test (examen pratique du permis).