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Quelle est l'une des conditions pour passer l'examen du permis de conduire ?What is one of the conditions for taking the driving test?

Answer

Avoir réussi l’épreuve théorique du code de la routeHaving passed the theory test on the highway code

Explanation

To take the practical car driving test, you must have passed the highway code test and be at least 17. Nationality is not required.

Source: service-public.gouv.fr – Permis de conduire BUpdated 13 October 2026.Official question · answer and translation written by Recite

The 4 options, in French as at the exam

Avoir réussi l’épreuve théorique du code de la routeHaving passed the theory test on the highway code (Correct answer)
Être de nationalité françaiseBeing of French nationality
Être déjà propriétaire d’une voitureAlready owning a car
Avoir obtenu le baccalauréatHaving passed the baccalauréat

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