What is the average cost of a driving licence in 2025?
The price of a driving licence in France varies considerably from school to school and region to region. In 2025, here are the price ranges to expect:
Manual gearbox car licence
This is the most common training. Expect to pay between €1,400 and €2,500 on average. This fee generally includes registration, theory preparation, 20 hours of driving and exam fees. Additional driving hours are often needed (€30–50/hour).
Automatic gearbox car licence
Automatic gearbox licences are increasingly popular. Training is shorter (minimum 13 hours), which explains the lower fees: between €1,000 and €1,800. Note: this licence restricts you to automatic vehicles for 2 years unless you complete additional training.
Accompanied driving AAC
Accompanied driving, which can begin at age 15, costs between €1,800 and €2,500 in total. It includes a phase at a driving school, then 3,000 km of driving with a supervising adult. Key advantage: higher pass rates at the exam and often a discount on car insurance.
What grants are available to fund your driving licence?
The Personal Training Account (CPF)
Certain training programmes linked to the driving licence (particularly theory test preparation) are eligible for CPF funding. Ask your partner driving school what is fundable in your case.
Regional and local grants
Many regions, departments and municipalities offer financial assistance for young people under 26 to get their driving licence. Some schemes offer interest-free loans. Don't hesitate to enquire with your town hall or regional council.
Driving licence loan
Some banks offer specific loans for the driving licence, with favourable rates. The amount borrowed can go up to €1,200 over 12 to 36 months.
How to reduce the cost of your licence?
To reduce the cost of your driving licence, compare several quotes (that is exactly what DevisPermis.fr does for free), revise the highway code intensively before starting driving lessons, and choose an intensive package if you are available for several weeks.
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