Getting a motorcycle license in France

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In order to obtain a motorcycle license in France (permis A1 for example), must one necessarily possess a car driver's license? Is there any way to legally drive motorcycles in France without having already obtained a car driver's license?






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  • You are European.
  • You are foreigners.


  • How long does it take to get a motorcycle license in France?

    All B licence holders (which is the licence for cars) must complete a seven-hour course before being allowed to drive a motorbike of 50cc to 125cc, or a three wheeled motor tricycle over 50cc. The driver must have held the B licence for two years before being allowed to participate in the training course.

    Do you need a motorcycle licence in France?

    A: Full motorcycle license with no restriction whatsoever. If you do not have a French nationality you must have lived in France for at least 6 month and have a valid residence permit.

    Can I ride a motorbike in France on a CBT?

    Q: I'm 18 riding a 125cc motorcycle on a CBT (Learner) can I ride in Europe e.g. France, Germany, Holland, Spain etc. A: No. The CBT only entitles you to learn ride a motorcycle only in the country where the CBT course was taken. To ride a motorcycle in Europe you will need to have taken a full test.

    Do motorbikes need a CT in France?

    Motorcycles are not subject to a test, although in May 2022 the supreme French court in France ruled that to comply with EU law they must be introduced by October 2022.



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