Driving licence in France
| Permis de conduire en France | |
|---|---|
 Driving licence in France | |
| Issued by |
 France |
| Type of document | Driving licence |
| Purpose | Identification |
In France, the driving licence (French: Permis de conduire) is a governmental right given to those who request a licence for any of the categories they desire. It is required for every type of motorized vehicle. The minimum age to obtain a driving licence is: 16 years for a motorcycle, 18 years for a car, and 21 years for buses and cargo vehicles.
Since 2013, the French driving licence format was changed from that of a pink booklet to a credit-card sized card.
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 and road test. Primary school diploma is also required to obtain valid driver's licence.
Gallery of historic images
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Old French driving licence (Replaced 2013)
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