What do UK residents need to drive in France?
What do UK residents need to drive in France? Licences and permits You need either a 1968 international driving permit (IDP) or a valid UK driving licence to drive in France. The 1949 IDP is not accepted anymore. You cannot buy an IDP outside the UK, so get one before you travel.
Can I get a crit air sticker immediately?
You will receive a confirmation email within 4 hours. You will receive an invoice by email within about 24 hours, with the facsimile of your Crit'Air sticker. Carte grise The Crit'Air sticker is sent to you by post within 10 days to the address indicated on the registration certificate (Certificat d'Registration)
Can I drive in France as a tourist?
As long as you are a tourist and have a valid driver's license written in the Roman alphabet from your country, you don't need to carry an international driving permit to drive in France. The minimum age to drive in France is 18 years old.
What documents do I need to drive in France?
- Proof of insurance.
- Car registration certificate.
- MOT.
- Valid driving license.
- Crit'air sticker (unless you don't plan to drive in big cities center)
- Warning triangle.
- Retro reflective car safety jacket.
- Money to pay tolls if you plan to use French highways.
What sticker do I need to drive to France?
Drivers travelling to France must display a clean air sticker in their vehicle to comply with local low emission zones. The stickers - known as Crit'Air vignettes depict the EURO standards of the vehicle.