Getting a COC for France

Looking to register your car in France? You’ll need a COC FR.

This COC-Pedia post will cover what a COC is, how to get it in France and why you need this document to register your car. Check out the video below for more information, or click the green ‘I need COC’ button at the top of the page to get your COC now.

What is a COC France?

A COC, or a Certificate of Conformity, is a document required to register a car from abroad in France. If you’re looking to move to France permanently, or for long periods of time, and want to take your car with you, you will likely need a COC.

In EU Law, a COC (Certificate of Conformity) is required as a declaration of conformity with the type approval of the European Commission. In brief, the COC guarantees the homogeneity of goods in the EU that are subject to registration, including passenger vehicles (M1), light goods vehicles (N1), and motorcycles (L). EUROCOC can get a COC for all of these vehicle types to help you in your move to France.

When do I need a Certificate of Conformity (COC) for France?

When you travel to France and want to bring your car for a long period of time, you may need to get a Certificate of Conformity (COC) in France. Alternatively, you may already have a car in France and now need a COC document to register it with the French authorities to get French registration plates. Whatever you need COC for, EUROCOC can help.

How to get a Certificate of Conformity in France

France is unusual compared to other EU member states. If you already have the fields D1, D2, D3 and K filled in a technical license, getting a COC may not be necessary. Unfortunately, this is not guaranteed and the ANTS (l’Agence nationale des titres sécurisés – National Agency for Secure Documents) may sometimes ask for it additionally.

The original COC is free and delivered when you buy a brand new car from a car dealer. If your car is second hand, you will bring a used car to France, or you are driving a scooter, motorcycle or light goods vehicle, or even if you have simply lost it, then you will need to request a duplicate COC from the manufacturer. This will incur a cost and can also be difficult. Negotiating with the manufacturer can be a lengthy and confusing process.

Fortunately, EUROCOC is a simple way to get your COC for France. Simply follow our process and we will request your COC for you. We can help you get a COC for whatever car you drive. Our process is simple, just fill out the information and then your COC will be delivered to the address you provide within the expected delivery date.

What cars need a COC in France?

All brands of cars may need a COC when you register them in France. EUROCOC can help you get a VW Certificate of Conformity for France, a BMW Certificate of Conformity for France, a Peugeot Certificate of Conformity France and we can also help you get your Certificate of Conformity Citroen France.

EUROCOC is not just limited to these brands and whatever car you drive, we can probably help. Click the green ‘I need COC’ button now to get started and make registering your car in France easy with the correct documentation.