The vehicle registration certificate, called the certificate of registration , is the official document that proves that your vehicle is registered and authorized to circulate in France. It contains all the information about the vehicle (make, model, power, date of first registration) and its owner.

Two options are available to you:

• The official France Titres website (ANTS) : immatriculation.ants.gouv.fr — free but without assistance
• An authorized professional : CarteGriseFrançaise.fr relies on a network of approved and authorized professionals to process your registration procedures in full compliance — with full support

No, the vehicle registration certificate is mandatory for driving. However, while an application is pending, you can drive with:

• The detachable coupon from the transfer certificate (1 month)
• The ANTS filing receipt during processing

In case of inspection without valid proof: €135 fine.

Yes, you can have up to 2 co-holders (maximum 3 people in total). All co-holders must provide their identity documents and proof of address.

No, CarteGriseFrançaise.fr is a 100% online agency . Everything is done from home: order, document upload, tracking, and reception of your registration certificate by registered mail. No travel required.

The total price includes 2 parts :

1. Our service fees (fixed, displayed on each service): from €29.90 to €199 depending on the procedure
2. Official State taxes (variable):
   • Regional tax (Y.1): CV × rate of your region
   • Management tax (Y.4): €11
   • Delivery fee (Y.5): €2.76

The regional tax (Y.1) = number of fiscal horsepower × rate of your region . 2026 rates vary from €30 (Mayotte) to €68.95 (Île-de-France, with IDFM surcharge). 50% reduction for vehicles over 10 years old.

No. Taxes paid to ANTS are not refundable in case of refusal or error in the application. This is why it is crucial to submit a complete and correct application the first time. Our service checks your application before submission to avoid this risk.

In 2026, only Hauts-de-France maintains a total exemption (100%) for electric vehicles. In all other regions, the regional tax is due normally.

Yes. For any vehicle over 10 years old , the regional tax is reduced by 50% . This reduction applies automatically during calculation. Mopeds and trailers are totally exempt.

• Valid identification document
• Driver's license (front and back)
• Proof of address less than 6 months old
• Certificate of transfer (Cerfa 15776) signed by both parties
• Old vehicle registration certificate, crossed out, dated, and signed by the seller
• Technical inspection report less than 6 months old (for vehicles over 4 years old)
• Valid insurance certificate
• Cerfa 13750 (registration application)
• Cerfa 13757 (mandate to represent us)

• Identification document
• Proof of address less than 6 months old
• Declaration of loss or theft (if applicable)
• Cerfa 13750 and 13757

In case of theft: mandatory police report.

The Cerfa 13750 is the official application form for a vehicle registration certificate. It is mandatory for all procedures with the ANTS. We will guide you to fill it out correctly and avoid errors.

Yes, under certain conditions. You must provide:

• Proof of address in your spouse's name
• A sworn statement of cohabitation or a housing certificate
• Your identification document and your spouse's

Yes! You can place your order now and send your documents later via your secure personal space. Processing begins as soon as all your documents are received.

On average 2 to 5 business days :

• Verification and processing of your application: 24/48h
• FOURMIS validation: 1 to 2 days
• Printing and mailing by the Imprimerie Nationale: 48h

You will receive your vehicle registration certificate at home by registered mail with tracking.

You have one month after the transfer date to apply for your vehicle registration certificate. After this deadline, you risk a fine. During this month, the detachable coupon of the transfer certificate authorizes you to drive.

You have 1 month after your move to update your vehicle registration certificate. The processing time is the same: 2 to 5 business days. Learn more about address changes (from €29.90) .

Several possible causes:

• Postal address issue (check your ANTS space)
• Application blocked or awaiting documents
• Postal issue (lost mail)

Contact us via our blocked application form — we will re-process your application within 24 hours.

The transfer code is a 5-digit code automatically generated by ANTS when the seller declares the sale on France Titres. It is sent by email to the seller, who must transmit it to the buyer. Without this code, the vehicle registration certificate application cannot be processed.

The seller must declare the sale on ants.gouv.fr to generate the transfer code. If they are unreachable, CarteGriseFrançaise.fr relies on a network of approved and authorized professionals to process your registration procedures in full compliance, even in complex cases.

Any handwritten correction on a Cerfa is invalid. The seller must cancel the declaration on ANTS and create a new one with the correct information. See our complete guide on correcting transfer errors .

Yes, the seller can cancel a transfer declaration on their France Titres account, provided that the buyer has not yet used the code to initiate their vehicle registration certificate application. Learn more about transfer cancellation .

The most common causes:

• Missing or unreadable document
• Seller's vehicle registration certificate not crossed out
• Expired technical inspection
• Error in the transfer declaration
• Missing tax clearance certificate (imported vehicle)
• Vehicle pledged or subject to opposition

See our complete guide: vehicle registration certificate blocked on ANTS

After several rejections, it is highly recommended to entrust your application to a professional. CarteGriseFrançaise.fr relies on a network of approved and authorized professionals to process your registration procedures in full compliance. Contact us for a blocked application .

Yes, with the ANTS submission receipt that you receive with any application. This document authorizes you to drive temporarily. Keep it with you or on your phone when traveling.

ANTS can be contacted via:

• The website ants.gouv.fr (section "My procedures")
• Telephone: 34 00 (paid service)

Please note: response times may be long. Our service can expedite your application. Contact us.

If your vehicle registration document is lost, stolen, or damaged:

1. Consult our Duplicate vehicle registration document page
2. Provide the requested documents (+ police report if stolen)
3. Receive your new vehicle registration document within 2 to 5 days

The tax clearance certificate is a document issued by customs that certifies that VAT has been paid on an imported vehicle. It is mandatory for any vehicle registered outside the European Union. Learn more about the tax clearance certificate.

In the event of the holder's death, heirs must provide:

• Death certificate
• Certificate of heirship or notarial deed
• Heir's identity document
• Old vehicle registration document

See all our available procedures for inheritance.

No, license-free vehicles (VSP) are not subject to mandatory technical inspection for a change of ownership. This exemption also applies to mopeds.

Yes, it is possible as part of the same application. Contact us for a personalized request — we will guide you on the documents to provide and the applicable fee.

For an imported vehicle, you will need:

• The tax clearance certificate (if outside the EU)
• The European Certificate of Conformity (COC)
• The translated foreign title of ownership
• A recent technical inspection

Learn more about imported vehicle registration documents.

• ✅ SSL encryption on all pages
• ✅ 100% secure payment (Shopify Payments)
• ✅ GDPR compliant
• ✅ Documents stored on secure servers
• ✅ No resale of data to third parties

A legitimate service provider must:

• Be authorized by the Ministry of Interior
• Clearly display its legal notices
• Offer secure payment
• Not ask for your ANTS password