Speeding in France in 2026: fines and points deduction schedule

2026 schedule at a glance

Under 20 km/h over

Fixed fine of €68 (reduced to €45 if paid within 15 days) or €135 if committed on a road limited to 50 km/h or less. 1 point off. No automatic suspension.

20 to 30 km/h over

Fixed fine of €135 (reduced €90), 2 points off. No automatic suspension but possible summons.

30 to 40 km/h over

Fixed fine of €135 (reduced €90), 3 points off, suspension up to 3 years at the prefect's discretion.

40 to 50 km/h over

Fixed fine of €135 (reduced €90), 4 points off, suspension up to 3 years, possible vehicle confiscation.

50 km/h and more: criminal offence

Fine up to €1,500, 6 points off, suspension up to 3 years, possible jail (up to 3 months), automatic confiscation on repeat offence.

When are points deducted?

Actual deduction occurs only after payment of the fine or final conviction — never at the flash. Average delay: 15 to 45 days between the offence and the notice at home.

Can you contest a speeding fine?

Admissible grounds

Unidentified driver with designation of another driver (within 45 days), clear error on speed (radar calibration challenged via CERT), offence committed with a stolen vehicle, non-compliant sign.

The procedure

You have 45 days to contest from notice receipt, using CERFA 52-0122 on ANTS. You must deposit the fine amount (except in special cases): it will be refunded if the contest succeeds.

Courses and points recovery

A road-safety awareness course lets you recover 4 points (within the 12-point cap), once per year. 2026 cost: €170–280, 2 days. Recommended as soon as 4–6 points are lost to avoid reaching zero.

"White licence" and fines?

The "permis blanc" (professional-exception permit) was abolished in 2019 for most speeding cases, except for administrative suspensions if the judge deems the suspension "incompatible with the professional activity". It has become rare.