7h mandatory training after 2 years on A2
Class A License in Paris
Since 2016 direct access to the A license is no longer available: the 7-hour A2 to A upgrade is the only way to ride all motorcycles. Get your free quote from our certified partner schools in Paris (dept. 75).
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Average price of the Class A License in Paris
Tariffs for the Class A License in Paris (dept. 75) typically range from 250 EUR to 350 EUR depending on the partner driving school, the lessons volume and the formula chosen. The final Class A License quote is detailed item by item: theory training, driving lessons, presentation to the exam and any optional supports.
Several aids can lighten the cost: CPF financing (900 EUR cap in 2026), the 1 EUR/day permit loan, regional aids in Île-de-France and France Travail support for jobseekers. The partner driving school sums up applicable schemes when contacting you.
*Indicative price ranges. The final tariff is established by each Qualiopi-certified partner driving school, free of commitment, after a free quote sent within 48h*.
Local context
Why prepare your A2 to A Upgrade in Paris?
Pragmatic approach to the A2 to A Upgrade in Paris: note the exact A2 issuance date, compute the 24-month end and plan the passerelle within the following weeks. In the a French metropolis of 2,102,650 inhabitants in Île-de-France, several motorcycle schools in department 75 accept early booking to slot the training at the earliest possible time.
For riders in Paris switching to a brand-new motorcycle right after the A2 to A Upgrade, taking a few extra handling hours with the instructor in department 75 stays a relevant pedagogical investment. This complement remains optional but often useful in Île-de-France.
Budget-wise, the A2 to A Upgrade in Paris typically costs between 300 and 500 euros for the 7 regulatory hours of bridging training. Funding is almost always personal: the short duration of the course makes CPF use or regional grants barely relevant, especially as those schemes target initial licences first in department 75.
On the theoretical side, the highway code (ETG) is taken in private approved rooms; La Poste is one of the most established operators, alongside SGS, Objectif Code and Pointcode. In department 75, a La Poste session can be booked in particular in Rosny-sous-Bois, Nanterre, Saint-Denis and Versailles.
In Paris, the A2 to A Upgrade is obtained after a 7-hour course with no exam, available as of right to A2 licence holders for at least 2 years. Practical tip for riders in department 75: anticipate the eligibility date, since the passerelle can only be taken after the full 24 calendar months from A2 issuance have elapsed.
Before starting your A2 to A Upgrade in Paris, keep the ONISR data for 75 in mind: pass rate 50.6% (departmental data), average practical exam wait 105 days (departmental estimate). These benchmarks frame the training plan and the timing for slot requests, against the 58.0% national average. Department 75 hosts 4 attached exam centres. Note: Paris is part of the communes with a Low Emission Zone active since 2024 (Crit'Air 3, 4, 5 and unclassified vehicles banned), to be anticipated when choosing the training vehicle and for later use.
The A2 to A Upgrade in Paris means mastering plateau manoeuvres, circulation training in real conditions and specific equipment (approved helmet, CE-certified gloves, high-visibility gear). Two-wheelers are particularly exposed to blind spots, lane splitting rules and interactions with heavy vehicles. In this context, the Low Emission Zone active since 2024 (Crit'Air 3, 4, 5 and unclassified vehicles banned) applies equally to two-wheelers: a Crit'Air certificate is mandatory, and access restrictions must be anticipated when choosing an itinerary. Our partner schools tailor training to the traffic density observed in the department 75.
Local driving conditions
Driving in Paris : road environment and local specifics
Low-emission zone (LEZ)
Crit'Air 3, 4, 5 and unclassified vehicles banned, in force since 2024. Inner Paris and the area delimited by the A86 ring road (Grand Paris Metropole).
Driving in Paris presents specific challenges that candidates encounter during their exam. The capital has been a Low Emission Zone (ZFE) since 2024, banning Crit'Air 3 and more polluting vehicles within a perimeter covering central Paris and part of the inner ring up to the A86.
Traffic density is among the highest in Europe. Candidates must master wide Haussmann boulevards with multiple lanes (boulevard Saint-Germain, avenue des Champs-Élysées, boulevard Haussmann), numerous bus lanes (some of which are open to taxis and cyclists and others not), the 30 km/h zones that now cover most of the inner city, and bidirectional cycle paths that cross many axes.
Interaction with other road users is constant. Motorcycles, electric scooters, bicycles, and pedestrians all share the space at the same time, including at complex intersections such as place de la Concorde, place de l'Étoile, or the Opéra junction. The boulevard périphérique, capped at 50 km/h since 2024, is also a frequent section during the exam.
Candidates must anticipate blind spots, manage frequent stops caused by double-parked deliveries, buses, and taxis, and handle lane narrowings due to recent cycling infrastructure. Traffic in the central districts demands constant attention to pedestrians crossing outside marked crossings. Solid control of gaze, lane positioning, and speed-braking dosage is essential.
Exam centres
Where to take the practical test from Paris
In Paris, the practical exam centre is chosen among the approved sites of department 75. The RdvPermis system spreads slots according to local load and the requests submitted by driving schools. Demand is high during back-to-school and spring booking peaks.
The centres most frequently assigned to candidates from Paris and the surrounding area are located in:
- Rosny-sous-Bois (93)
- Nanterre (92)
- Saint-Denis (93)
- Versailles (78)
Your driving school remains the main contact for any question about allocation, rescheduling or rebooking a slot via RdvPermis.
Accelerated programme
Accelerated Class A License training in Paris
In Paris, the accelerated Class A License programme relies on a concentrated schedule (around 4 to 6 daily hours) over 2 to 4 weeks. Theory training, mock exams and driving lessons are linked together to optimise time before the practical test in dept. 75.
Accelerated programmes are subject to instructor and exam-slot availability in dept. 75. The Qualiopi-certified partner driving school confirms feasibility and the timeline during the free quote callback.
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Funding
How to fund your license from Paris
Paris is located in the 75 department and Île-de-France region: candidates can stack national grants with the dedicated regional scheme. Specific municipal grants for Paris should be checked directly on the city hall's official website. Since Paris is a Low-Emission Zone (ZFE), additional regional eco-grants may apply when choosing your training vehicle.
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 ↗For candidates in Paris, national schemes (CPF, Permis 1 € a day, France Travail) are almost always available; the Île-de-France regional grant depends on status (youth, jobseeker, apprentice) and the municipal share depends on local rules.
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Learn more about the Motorcycle license
Beyond this page focused on Class A License in Paris (dept. 75), our umbrella guide details the categories, training paths, prices and steps for the Motorcycle license. Useful to understand the wider context before choosing your partner driving school.
Discover the Motorcycle license guide →Frequently asked questions
How much does the A2 to A Upgrade cost in Paris?
The A2 to A Upgrade in Paris is priced after analysing your profile (level, hours needed, formula) (typically between EUR 250 and EUR 350). Our form connects you to a local partner in dept. 75 who calls you back within 48h.
Can I enroll in a driving school quickly in Paris?
Our network covers Paris and the entire dept. 75. You are called back within 48h* (excluding Sundays and public holidays) by a certified partner who confirms availability for the A2 to A Upgrade and books an enrollment slot.
How does the quote request work for the A2 to A Upgrade in Paris?
Once your form is submitted, you are connected to a certified partner driving school in Paris or dept. 75. It sends you a personalised quote for the A2 to A Upgrade within 48h, with no commitment.
Does DevisPermis operate in Île-de-France and Paris?
DevisPermis.fr covers Paris via its network of certified partner driving schools in Île-de-France. If no local option is free, a partner in dept. 75 or a neighbouring town takes over to offer the A2 to A Upgrade.
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