What is accompanied driving (AAC)?
Accompanied Driving (AAC - Apprentissage Anticipé de la Conduite) is a scheme that allows young people to start learning to drive from the age of 15. The aim is to expose them to more real driving situations before the exam, which significantly improves the pass rate.
Who can do accompanied driving?
To enrol in accompanied driving, you must be at least 15 years old. The supervising adult (parent, guardian or close relative) must have held a driving licence for at least 5 years, must not be under a driving ban, and must not have committed certain serious traffic offences.
The steps of accompanied driving
Step 1: Initial phase at a driving school
Training must begin at an approved driving school. This phase includes an initial assessment, at least 20 hours of driving with a professional instructor, and road safety awareness sessions. Once this phase is validated, you and your supervising adult sign an agreement with the school.
Step 2: Supervised driving phase
This is the longest and most formative phase. You must cover a minimum of 3,000 km with your supervising adult over at least 1 year. Logbooks are used to document progress and the types of situations encountered.
Step 3: Mid-course assessment
Halfway through (generally between 1,000 and 3,000 km), you complete a 2-hour tutorial session with a driving instructor to assess your progress and correct weak points.
Step 4: The exam
After your 18th birthday and a final assessment by your driving school, you sit the driving exam under the same conditions as any other candidate.
The advantages of accompanied driving
The pass rate for AAC candidates is 15 to 20 points higher than the national average. Moreover, after obtaining the licence, the probationary period is shorter (2 years instead of 3) and young AAC drivers benefit from significant reductions on their car insurance.
How much does accompanied driving cost?
Accompanied driving generally costs between €1,800 and €2,500. This fee includes the initial phase at the driving school, tutorial sessions and exam fees. Get a free quote via DevisPermis.fr to compare offers from partner schools near you.
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What is supervised driving AAC in 2026?
AAC is a long training accessible from age 15 allowing driving with a supervisor (parent or relative) until age 17, the exam age. The learner must cover 3,000 km minimum over 1 to 3 years with 2 mandatory pedagogical meetings. Pass rate reaches 75 percent versus 55 percent in standard track, and young driver insurance premium drops 30 percent.
How much does AAC supervised driving cost?
AAC costs on average 1,100 to 1,500 EUR, barely more than a standard licence but with better outcomes. The package includes 20 driving hours, theory, 2 pedagogical meetings and exam presentation. Main saving comes from young driver insurance cut by 30 percent for 3 years (gain of 600 to 1,200 EUR overall).
Who can be a supervisor in supervised driving?
The supervisor must hold a B licence for 5 years minimum without interruption, have no driving offence (alcohol, drugs) and get insurer approval (usually free). No mandatory family link: parent, friend, neighbour are allowed. Several supervisors are possible, declared at the start of training to the driving school.
What are the benefits of supervised driving?
4 key benefits: 75 percent pass rate versus 55 percent in standard track, 30 percent reduced insurance premium for the first 3 years, probationary period cut to 2 years instead of 3, and real experience over 3,000 km. AAC also reduces by 40 percent the accident risk in the first 2 years of solo driving.
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