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Introduction
Class B license in Paris 20e Arrondissement : driving school, exam and financial aid
With 185,140 inhabitants, Paris 20e Arrondissement (75) lies in the Île-de-France region. This page compiles the practical details every candidate needs before selecting a driving school: where the practical exam is held, expected waiting times, and available financial assistance.
Local driving conditions
Driving in Paris 20e Arrondissement : road environment and local specifics
Taking your driving test in the 20th arrondissement of Paris means training in a very contrasting and multicultural eastern district of around 185 140 residents, structured around the Père-Lachaise cemetery, Belleville, Ménilmontant and porte de Bagnolet. The 20th lies entirely within the Paris Low Emission Zone, which has banned Crit'Air 3 and more polluting vehicles since 2024. The arrondissement, known as the "arrondissement de Ménilmontant", provides direct access to the A3 motorway towards Seine-Saint-Denis via porte de Bagnolet.
The Belleville, Saint-Fargeau, Père-Lachaise and Charonne districts show marked relief and very heterogeneous urbanisation. Rue de Belleville, rue de Ménilmontant and rue des Pyrénées climb steeply from place du Colonel-Fabien (border of the 19th) to the plateau of the Belleville park and place Gambetta. Boulevard de Ménilmontant, boulevard de Charonne and cours de Vincennes structure south-north traffic. Place Gambetta, a vast roundabout at the heart of the arrondissement, is an unavoidable passage point for candidates in training.
To obtain a category B licence in Paris 20, candidates must master merging onto the eastern ring road via porte des Lilas, porte de Bagnolet, porte de Montreuil and porte de Vincennes. Direct access to the A3 towards Bobigny and Le Bourget airport from porte de Bagnolet is one of the most used passages in north-eastern Paris. The surroundings of the Bel-Est shopping centre at porte de Bagnolet and the multimodal transport hub generate specific traffic to be anticipated.
Preparing for the licence in the 20th also requires handling the very steep streets around Ménilmontant and the Belleville park, where uphill starts are a frequent exercise. Coexistence with the heavily used buses on lines 26, 60, 61, 64, 69, 76 and 96, the cycle paths added along boulevard de Belleville and boulevard de Ménilmontant, and pedestrian density around the Père-Lachaise cemetery and the Belleville and Ménilmontant markets demand from candidates sustained vigilance, good mastery of clutch dosage and a mobile reading of sometimes complex signage.
Exam centres
Where to take the practical test from Paris 20e Arrondissement
Candidates registered in Paris 20e Arrondissement are not necessarily assigned to an exam centre within the city itself. Slot allocation is managed regionally through the RdvPermis system, operated by the Délégation à la Sécurité Routière.
The centres most frequently assigned to candidates from Paris 20e Arrondissement and the surrounding area are located in:
- Rosny-sous-Bois (93)
- Nanterre (92)
- Saint-Denis (93)
- Versailles (78)
The final assignment depends on slot availability when the driving school submits the file. Your school handles the entire process via RdvPermis.
Pass rate
Category B pass rate in department 75
The pass rate for the first attempt at the category B driving test is published annually by the National Road Safety Observatory (ONISR).
50.6 %
Department 75
ONISR 2024 (agrégation auto-écoles dept 75)
58 %
National average
ONISR 2024
Local pass rates are influenced by several factors: traffic density, candidate profile, inspector availability, and the complexity of the driving environment. Detailed figures by department are published each year by the ONISR.
Waiting times
How long to get an exam slot from Paris 20e Arrondissement
The statutory waiting time for an exam slot after registration is 2 months. In department 75, candidates typically wait between 90 and 120 days depending on season and local workload.
90 to 120 days*
Department 75
Estimation Île-de-France 2024
*Excluding accelerated programmes
Actual waiting times depend on the number of examiners assigned to the department's prefecture and on candidate volume. The RdvPermis system, run by the Délégation à la Sécurité Routière, allocates slots based on availability reported by driving schools, which can create significant seasonal variations.
Funding
How to fund your license from Paris 20e Arrondissement
National schemes
"€1 a day" loan
Interest-free loan repaid at €1/day
Ages 15 to 25, in initial training
Service Public ↗CPF (Personal Training Account)
Up to €900 (2026 cap)
Employees, jobseekers with active CPF credits
Mon Compte Formation ↗France Travail support
Up to €1,200
Registered jobseekers with validated career project
France Travail ↗Regional scheme : Île-de-France
Regional driving license support
Up to €1,300 for eligible audiences
Apprentices, vocational trainees, youth in integration programmes (conditions on the region website)
Île-de-France region ↗Some large cities also offer a municipal scheme. Check with your town hall or the Île-de-France regional website for the latest conditions and amounts. Most schemes can be combined under conditions; funding via CPF and Mon Compte Formation is capped at €900 in 2026.
Practical steps
Steps to get your license in Paris 20e Arrondissement
All driver-license procedures now run through the ANTS: file opening, application tracking, license issuance. The theory test is taken at a private approved centre for €30. The driving school handles practical-exam registration through RdvPermis and informs the candidate of the assigned centre. On exam day, present your ID and convocation.
Estimated total duration
6 to 8 months*
Typical timeline from enrolment to license in department 75, factoring in local practical-exam waiting times.
*Excluding accelerated programmes
Pricing
Price of a driving school in Paris 20e Arrondissement : Class B, motorcycle, scooter, boat
Class B license tariffs in Paris 20e Arrondissement typically run from 1,200 to 1,800 EUR for a manual gearbox formula, with the automatic option starting around 1,000 EUR. The final price quoted by a partner driving school in dept. 75 depends on the lessons volume and the support included.
Beyond the Class B, our partner driving schools in Paris 20e Arrondissement also propose tariffs for the motorcycle license (A2 from around 1,290 EUR), the scooter license (50cc BSR or 125cc 7h training), and the coastal boat license (from around 650 EUR). Each estimate is free, with no commitment, and a callback within 48h*.
*Indicative price ranges, free of commitment. Detailed tariffs depend on each Qualiopi-certified partner driving school. Financing via CPF and Mon Compte Formation is capped at 900 EUR in 2026.
Available courses
How to get your driving license in Paris 20e Arrondissement (75) ?
Our partner driving schools in Paris 20e Arrondissement offer all license courses : Class B (manual or automatic), motorcycle A2/A, scooter BSR/125cc, accompanied driving AAC from age 15, boat coastal license and more.
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Dedicated training pages
Class B, motorcycle, scooter & boat licenses available in Paris 20e Arrondissement
Car License (B) in Paris 20e Arrondissement
Category B - Car →
Motorcycle License in Paris 20e Arrondissement
Categories A2, A →
Boat License in Paris 20e Arrondissement
Coastal, Offshore, Inland →
Points Recovery Course in Paris 20e Arrondissement
Up to +4 points recovered →
Highway Code in Paris 20e Arrondissement
ETG - Full preparation →
Automatic Car License (B) in Paris 20e Arrondissement
Category B - Automatic transmission →
Supervised Driving (AAC) in Paris 20e Arrondissement
From age 15 - Early-start training →
A2 Motorcycle License in Paris 20e Arrondissement
Category A2 - Age 18+ →
A2 to A Upgrade in Paris 20e Arrondissement
7h mandatory training after 2 years on A2 →
Scooter License in Paris 20e Arrondissement
50cc, 125cc, 3-wheel scooter training →
125cc Training in Paris 20e Arrondissement
7h mandatory to ride a 125 →
BSR - AM License in Paris 20e Arrondissement
From age 14 - 50cc and light quadricycles →
File Transfer in Paris 20e Arrondissement
Resume your training without starting over →
After License Cancellation in Paris 20e Arrondissement
Retake your license after cancellation →
Foreign License in Paris 20e Arrondissement
Exchange, conversion and equivalences →
Frequently asked questions
Driving license in Paris 20e Arrondissement: your questions
How much does a driving license cost in Paris 20e Arrondissement?
The price of a driving license in Paris 20e Arrondissement varies depending on the driving school and the package selected. Generally, expect between €1,200 and €2,500 for a manual gearbox license, and between €1,000 and €1,800 for an automatic. Get a free quote to find out the exact rates of partner schools in department 75.
How do I choose a driving school in Paris 20e Arrondissement?
To choose the right driving school in Paris 20e Arrondissement, check the exam pass rate, instructor availability, timetables offered and teaching materials. DevisPermis.fr only selects certified and recognised driving schools in department 75 to guarantee you a quality training experience.
How long does it take to get a license in Paris 20e Arrondissement?
The average time to obtain a driving licence in Paris 20e Arrondissement is 3 to 6 months in the standard track with two lessons per week. An intensive accelerated programme can shorten this to 4 to 8 weeks. With supervised driving (AAC from age 15), you can sit the exam at 17. A partner driving school will call you back within 48h to plan your journey.
Can I get financial assistance for my license in Paris 20e Arrondissement?
Yes, several funding schemes are available. Ask the partner driving school when they call you back: they can explain the assistance available in department 75, including regional grants, the €1/day loan for under-25s, and France Travail aid for job seekers.
Are there driving schools with quick availability in Paris 20e Arrondissement?
Our partner driving schools in Paris 20e Arrondissement are selected for their responsiveness and availability. Once your request is submitted, a certified partner in department 75 contacts you within 48h* to schedule your first appointment at a time that suits you. *Excluding Sundays and public holidays.
Is accompanied driving (AAC) available in Paris 20e Arrondissement?
Yes, accompanied driving is offered by the majority of our partner driving schools in Paris 20e Arrondissement. It allows you to start learning from age 15 with a designated accompanying driver, and has a higher first-attempt pass rate than the standard route. Request a quote to find out which AAC-approved schools are available in Île-de-France.
How does the referral process work in Paris 20e Arrondissement?
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