Short-term insurance foreign licence
Have a foreign licence and need to insure a vehicle in France? Tell us your case: we accept foreign licences, including non-EU ones (with a residence permit or visa). Instant proof of cover.
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A licence from an EU country, held for more than 2 years: accepted for short-term insurance, with instant proof of cover by email.
Licence issued outside the EU: accepted with a valid residence permit or visa. An adviser quickly checks your supporting documents.
Just arrived in France? Short-term insurance covers you immediately while you complete your paperwork (licence conversion, registration).
Your sign-up in 3 steps
Step 1: your situation and duration
Tell us your vehicle and the duration you need, online or by phone.
Sign-up
Price and subscription online, or an adviser does it with you.
Step 3: instant certificate
Instant proof of cover by email. We also handle your paperwork.
Short-term insurance and foreign licences: what you need to know
Many insurers refuse foreign licences. For short-term cover, we accept French or foreign licences held for more than 2 years. Licences issued outside the European Union are accepted with a valid residence permit or visa.
Conditions with a foreign licence
Duration of 1 to 90 days, renewable · driver aged 21 to 90 · French or foreign licence held for more than 2 years · non-EU licences accepted with a residence permit or visa · previously cancelled drivers accepted · France, Corsica, EU & French overseas territories.
Need help with your situation?
Every case is different. An adviser reviews your situation (licence type, supporting documents) and guides you. We also handle your vehicle registration paperwork if needed.
Why choose us
Frequently asked questions
Is a non-EU licence accepted?
Yes, with a valid residence permit or visa, for a licence held more than 2 years.
Do I need to convert my licence before taking out insurance?
No, short-term insurance can be taken out with a valid foreign licence; an adviser checks the required supporting documents.
Is the cover immediate?
Yes, your proof of insurance is sent by email as soon as you subscribe and pay.
See also: Imported vehicle · Released from the pound · Registration (carte grise)
Frequently asked questions
Is a non-EU licence accepted?
Yes, with a valid residence permit or visa, for a licence held more than 2 years.
Do I need to convert my licence before taking out insurance?
No, short-term insurance can be taken out with a valid foreign licence; an adviser checks the required supporting documents.
Is the cover immediate?
Yes, your proof of insurance is sent by email as soon as you subscribe and pay.