Carte grise en ligne : comment faire en 2026?

Online vehicle registration: how to do it in 2026?

💻 Practical Guide 2026
📅 Updated April 2026 ⏱ Reading time: 8 min 🔒 Secure process
Since 2017, prefectures no longer accept paper applications. All registrations must be done online only. Here's everything you need to know to successfully complete your application without errors or delays.
📋 Table of Contents
  1. Why are vehicle registrations only done online?
  2. ANTS or approved intermediary: which option to choose?
  3. Which procedures can be done online?
  4. Which documents do I need to prepare?
  5. Steps of the procedure
  6. Deadlines and reception
  7. Frequently asked questions

Why are vehicle registrations only done online?

Since November 6, 2017, prefectures and sub-prefectures no longer accept vehicle registration applications at physical counters. Total dematerialization was imposed by the government as part of the modernization of public services.

There are therefore only three official ways to register a vehicle in France:

🏗️
The ANTS
National Agency for Secure Documents. The official government website.
🤝
An approved intermediary
Professional authorized by the Ministry of Interior to carry out the procedure on your behalf.
🏎️
An automotive professional
Dealer or garage authorized by the SIV (Vehicle Registration System).

ANTS or approved intermediary: which option to choose?

🏗️ Directly via ANTS
  • ⚠️ Technical interface, sometimes unstable
  • ⚠️ Average delay: 2 to 8 weeks (during periods of high demand)
  • ⚠️ In case of error, start over
  • ⚠️ Frequent reported blockages
  • ✅ Free (excluding official taxes)
✅ Via CarteGriseFrançaise.fr
  • ✅ Guided, simple interface
  • ✅ Processing time: 24 to 48 business hours
  • ✅ Human assistance available
  • ✅ Document verification before submission
  • ✅ Employees approved by the Ministry of Interior
  • ✅ Price = official taxes + service fees

Delegate to approved professionalsCarteGriseFrançaise.fr relies on a network of approved and authorized professionals to process your registration procedures in full compliance.

Start my procedure →

Which procedures can be done online?

All vehicle registration operations are now 100% paperless. Here are the main ones:

Procedure Available online Average delay
Purchase of a used vehicle (change of ownership) ✓ Yes 24 to 72 hours by intermediary
Change of address ✓ Yes 24 to 48 hours
Duplicate (lost or stolen vehicle registration document) ✓ Yes 48–72 hours
Change of name (marriage, divorce) ✓ Yes 48–72 hours
First registration (new vehicle) ✓ Yes 48–72 hours
WW Conversion (temporary plates) ✓ Yes 24 to 48 hours
Declaration of transfer (sale) ✓ Yes 24–48 hours

Which documents do I need to prepare?

For a change of ownership (used purchase)

Crossed-out registration certificate, signed and dated by the previous owner
Transfer certificate (Cerfa 15776-01) signed by both parties
Proof of address less than 6 months old
Valid identity document (front/back)
Driving license (front/back)
Technical inspection less than 6 months old (if vehicle > 4 years old)

For a change of address

Current vehicle registration document
Proof of address less than 6 months old
Valid identity document
Cerfa 13750 (Download for free)
💡 Practical tip: Photos taken with your smartphone are accepted, provided they are legible, glare-free, and uncropped. Avoid poor-quality scans that slow down processing.

Steps of the online procedure

1. Service selection
Accurately identify your situation on our services page. An incorrect selection can lead to a rejected application.
2. Entering vehicle information
Registration number, formula number (on the back of the registration document), owner's data.
3. Uploading supporting documents
Upload your scanned documents. Our teams verify their compliance before transmission to the ANTS.
4. Secure payment
The exact amount (official taxes + service fees) is calculated automatically. Use our simulator to estimate the price.
5. Receipt of the temporary certificate (CPI)
Upon validation, you will receive your CPI by email. It is valid for 1 month and allows you to drive legally.
6. Receipt of the definitive vehicle registration document
Your new registration certificate will arrive by secured mail within 2 to 5 business days.

Deadlines and reception

Chosen method Processing time Receipt of title
CarteGriseFrançaise.fr (intermediary) 24–48 business hours 2 to 5 days after processing
ANTS (direct) 2 to 8 weeks Variable, often unpredictable
📨 While waiting for your vehicle registration: The temporary registration certificate (CPI) is sent immediately by email after validation. Print it and keep it in your vehicle. It is fully valid for road checks.

Frequently asked questions

Can I do vehicle registration on a smartphone?

Yes, our website is fully mobile-friendly. You can upload your photos directly from your phone's camera without using a computer.

Do I need to send physical documents?

No. The process is 100% digital. You do not send any paper documents. Everything is done via online upload. Nevertheless, keep your originals.

My registration document is damaged: can I renew it?

Yes, this is a duplicate. It is a separate procedure, processed within 48 to 72 hours. Visit our services page to order it.

How can I check if an intermediary is approved?

You can check the approval directly on the ANTS website. CarteGriseFrançaise.fr relies on a network of approved and authorized professionals to process your registration procedures in full compliance.

What if my application is rejected?

Our team will immediately inform you of the reason for rejection and guide you on how to correct the application. Unlike ANTS, you don't have to start from scratch: we retain your information and process the corrected application as a priority. You can also contact us via our blocked application page.

🚗 Get your vehicle registration online today

CarteGriseFrançaise.fr relies on a network of approved and authorized professionals to process your procedures in full compliance. Step-by-step guided application, vehicle registration received within 48/72 hours.

Start my procedure →
Back to blog