Certificate of conformity (European COC)
The certificate of conformity (COC) confirms that your vehicle meets European standards. It is required to register an imported vehicle in France. We request it from the manufacturer and handle your registration file.
For a vehicle bought in the EU, the European certificate of conformity (COC) is usually enough to prove conformity. We obtain it from the manufacturer and handle the registration.
Outside the EU, extra formalities may apply depending on the vehicle. An adviser checks your case and tells you the right proof of conformity.
No COC to hand? We request it from the manufacturer or its representative for you, then move on to French registration.
Your certificate of conformity in 3 steps
Your vehicle details
Make, model, VIN: we identify the right manufacturer contact.
We request the COC
We file the request with the manufacturer or its representative and collect the document.
French registration
We move on to registration: instant interim certificate, registration card within 2-3 days.
What is the certificate of conformity?
The certificate of conformity (COC) is issued by the manufacturer. It confirms the vehicle matches a type approved at European level. It is required to register in France an imported vehicle that does not yet have a French registration.
We handle the whole import file
Certificate of conformity, tax clearance certificate, temporary WW plates and French registration: we coordinate everything, with short-term insurance during the process if needed.
Why choose us
Frequently asked questions
When is the certificate of conformity required?
To register in France an imported vehicle that does not yet have a French registration.
Can you request it for me?
Yes. We file the request with the manufacturer and then handle the registration.
Do I also need the tax clearance certificate?
For a vehicle bought in the EU, usually yes: see our tax clearance certificate page.
See also: Tax clearance certificate · Imported vehicle · Registration
Frequently asked questions
When is the certificate of conformity required?
To register in France an imported vehicle that does not yet have a French registration.
Can you request it for me?
Yes, we file the request with the manufacturer and then handle the registration.
Do I also need the tax clearance certificate?
For a vehicle bought in the EU, usually yes.