Carte grise to: change of surname, forename, usage name or company name
Verified 10 January 2025 - Directorate for Legal and Administrative Information (Prime Minister)
Are you getting married or divorcing or changing the name of your company? Carte grise You can apply for a new certificate of registration (ex-). The procedure is carried out on the Internet or with an authorized car professional. It is no longer possible to make the request at the prefecture or sub-prefecture. We present you the information you need to know to complete the process.
Warning
If you have a vehicle on long-term leasing (LLD) or leasing (financial leasing), the lender must carry out the process. Contact them to find out what documents to send them.
On the Internet
You must have a credit card and use FranceConnect.
You must also have a scanner or digital camera or a smartphone or tablet with photo function to perform the procedure.
You can use as common name :
- Either the name of the person you are married to
- Either the double name consisting of your name and the name of the person you are married to.
Step 1: Prepare the documents to complete the application
You must have a digital copy (photo or scan) of subsequent documents :
- Proof of domicile less than 6 months
- Form cerfa no. 13750
- Carte grise Certificate of registration (ex-) original
- Marriage certificate extract or family record book
- Proof of roadworthiness unless the vehicle is exempted : The roadworthiness test shall be valid for a Private car (VP), van , motorhome of up to 3,5t older than 4 years or a 2- or 3-wheel motor vehicle or motor quadricycle older than 5 years.
Step 2: Know the cost of the process
You will have to pay the sum of €13.76 (fixed fee of €11 + charge for routing €2.76). You must obligatory pay by credit card.
3rd step: doing the online process
The procedure is to be carried out on the Internet using the following online service:
You must identify yourself via France Connect.
Of numeric dots (with computers, printers and scanners) are available in each prefecture and in most sub-prefectures. You can do the walk there. You can be helped by digital mediators if you have problems using the Internet.
You can also be accompanied in your approach by a France Services house :
At the fine-minded from the procedure, you get the 3 items following:
- File Number
- Accused of registration of your request
- Provisional Certificate of Registration (PIC), which you need to print. The CPI allows you to circulate for 1 month, only in France, pending receipt of your final Certificate of Registration.
Step 4: Track the status of the application
You can follow the progress of its manufacture on the Internet:
Carte grise Follow your application for a certificate of registration (ex-
Step 5: Receive the Certificate of Registration by mail
You will receive the final certificate of registration, sent by La Poste in letter followed, at your home in a period which may vary.
You must pay attention to the address you provide in the online procedure. It must be as complete as possible (building number, apartment number, mailbox number, floor, hallway, staircase, "resident", etc.).
Your mailbox must contain your first and last name.
You can track the shipment of your ticket either with the registration number or with the tracking number of the Post Office. This tracking number was sent to you by email or SMS if you provided your mobile phone number.
With registration number
With mail tracking number
Follow-up of the dispatch of a letter or parcel on the website laposte.fr
Please note
Carte grise You must keep the old certificate of registration (ex- for 5 yearsand then destroy it.
You have a certificate of registration with the common name of your ex-husband or ex-wife.
You divorce and keep the vehicle, you can have it modified to show only your last name.
If your spouse agrees or if the judge authorizes you to do so, you can choose to keep its name as the last name on your certificate of registration.
On the other hand, if you remarry, you automatically lose your last name and you have to request a name change on your registration certificate.
Step 1: Prepare the documents to complete the application
You must have a digital copy (photo or scan) of subsequent documents :
- Proof of domicile less than 6 months
- Form cerfa no. 13750
- Carte grise Certificate of registration (ex-) original
- Divorce judgment, act of separation of property or division agreement.
- Proof of roadworthiness unless the vehicle is exempted : The roadworthiness test shall be valid for a Private car (VP), van , motorhome of up to 3,5t older than 4 years or a 2- or 3-wheel motor vehicle or motor quadricycle older than 5 years.
Please note
If the vehicle was in the name of the two spouses and a judgment assigns it to only one of the ex-spouses, you can also to withdraw the reference to the spouse on the certificate of registration.
Step 2: Know the cost of the approach
You will have to pay the sum of €13.76 (fixed fee of €11 + charge for routing €2.76). You must obligatory pay by credit card.
3rd step: doing the online process
The procedure is to be carried out on the Internet using the following online service:
You must identify yourself via France Connect.
Of numeric dots (with computers, printers and scanners) are available in each prefecture and in most sub-prefectures. You can do the walk there. You can be helped by digital mediators if you have problems using the Internet.
You can also be accompanied in your approach by a France Services house :
At the fine-minded from the procedure, you get the 3 items following:
- File Number
- Accused of registration of your request
- Provisional Certificate of Registration (PIC), which you need to print. The CPI allows you to circulate for 1 month, only in France, pending receipt of your final Certificate of Registration.
Step 4: Track the status of the application
You can follow the progress of its manufacture on the Internet:
Carte grise Follow your application for a certificate of registration (ex-
Step 5: Receive the Certificate of Registration by mail
You will receive the final certificate of registration, sent by La Poste in letter followed, at your home in a period which may vary.
You must pay attention to the address you provide in the online procedure. It must be as complete as possible (building number, apartment number, mailbox number, floor, hallway, staircase, "resident", etc.).
Your mailbox must contain your first and last name.
You can track the shipment of your ticket either with the registration number or with the tracking number of the Post Office. This tracking number was sent to you by email or SMS if you provided your mobile phone number.
With registration number
With mail tracking number
Follow-up of the dispatch of a letter or parcel on the website laposte.fr
Please note
Carte grise You must keep the old certificate of registration (ex- for 5 yearsand then destroy it.
You have changed your name (or first name) for one of the following reasons:
- Legitimate Reason
- Simplified procedure to take a name from your parentage.
You need to change your vehicle's Certificate of Registration.
Step 1: Prepare the documents to complete the application
You must have a digital copy (photo or scan) of subsequent documents :
- Proof of domicile less than 6 months
- Form cerfa no. 13750
- Carte grise Certificate of registration (ex-) original
- Civil status document
- Proof of roadworthiness unless the vehicle is exempted : The roadworthiness test shall be valid for a Private car (VP), van , motorhome of up to 3,5t older than 4 years or a 2- or 3-wheel motor vehicle or motor quadricycle older than 5 years.
Step 2: Know the cost of the approach
You will have to pay the sum of €13.76 (fixed fee of €11 + charge for routing €2.76). You must obligatory pay by credit card.
3rd step: doing the online process
The procedure is to be carried out on the Internet using the following online service:
You must identify yourself via France Connect.
Of numeric dots (with computers, printers and scanners) are available in each prefecture and in most sub-prefectures. You can do the walk there. You can be helped by digital mediators if you have problems using the Internet.
You can also be accompanied in your approach by a France Services house :
At the fine-minded from the procedure, you get the 3 items following:
- File Number
- Accused of registration of your request
- Provisional Certificate of Registration (PIC), which you need to print. The CPI allows you to circulate for 1 month, only in France, pending receipt of your final Certificate of Registration.
Step 4: Track the status of the application
You can follow the progress of its manufacture on the Internet:
Carte grise Follow your application for a certificate of registration (ex-
Step 5: Receive the Certificate of Registration by mail
You will receive the final certificate of registration, sent by La Poste in letter followed, at your home in a period which may vary.
You must pay attention to the address you provide in the online procedure. It must be as complete as possible (building number, apartment number, mailbox number, floor, hallway, staircase, "resident", etc.).
Your mailbox must contain your first and last name.
You can track the shipment of your ticket either with the registration number or with the tracking number of the Post Office. This tracking number was sent to you by email or SMS if you provided your mobile phone number.
With registration number
With mail tracking number
Follow-up of the dispatch of a letter or parcel on the website laposte.fr
Please note
Carte grise You must keep the old certificate of registration (ex- for 5 yearsand then destroy it.
The change of name for a legal person is performed as a name change when there is no creation of a new legal entity (SIREN No. unchanged).
You must present any document attesting to the change of name of your business as proof.
Warning
Mergers or acquisitions of businesses resulting in a change of SIREN number shall not be considered as a change of name but as a change of holder of the registration certificate. In this case, it is a sale or assignment free of charge, and not a change of name.
Step 1: Prepare the documents to complete the application
You must have a digital copy (photo or scan) of subsequent documents :
- Proof of domicile less than 6 months
- Form cerfa no. 13750
- Carte grise Certificate of registration (ex-) original
- Any proof of the change of business name of your business.
- Proof of roadworthiness unless the vehicle is exempted : The roadworthiness test shall be valid for a Private car (VP), van , motorhome of up to 3,5t older than 4 years or a 2- or 3-wheel motor vehicle or motor quadricycle older than 5 years.
Step 2: Know the cost of the approach
You will have to pay the sum of €13.76 (fixed fee of €11 + charge for routing €2.76). You must obligatory pay by credit card.
3rd step: doing the online process
The procedure is to be carried out on the Internet using the following online service:
You must identify yourself via France Connect.
Of numeric dots (with computers, printers and scanners) are available in each prefecture and in most sub-prefectures. You can do the walk there. You can be helped by digital mediators if you have problems using the Internet.
You can also be accompanied in your approach by a France Services house :
At the fine-minded from the procedure, you get the 3 items following:
- File Number
- Accused of registration of your request
- Provisional Certificate of Registration (PIC), which you need to print. The CPI allows you to circulate for 1 month, only in France, pending receipt of your final Certificate of Registration.
Step 4: Track the status of the application
You can follow the progress of its manufacture on the Internet:
Carte grise Follow your application for a certificate of registration (ex-
Step 5: Receive the Certificate of Registration by mail
You will receive the final certificate of registration, sent by La Poste in letter followed, at your home in a period which may vary.
You must pay attention to the address you provide in the online procedure. It must be as complete as possible (building number, apartment number, mailbox number, floor, hallway, staircase, "resident", etc.).
Your mailbox must contain your first and last name.
You can track the shipment of your ticket either with the registration number or with the tracking number of the Post Office. This tracking number was sent to you by email or SMS if you provided your mobile phone number.
With registration number
With mail tracking number
Follow-up of the dispatch of a letter or parcel on the website laposte.fr
Please note
Carte grise You must keep the old certificate of registration (ex- for 5 yearsand then destroy it.
With an authorized professional
The authorized car professional will take the steps for you.
Of service charge you will be asked for more.
You can use as common name :
- Either the name of the person you are married to
- Either the double name consisting of your name and the name of the person you are married to.
Step 1: Prepare the documents to complete the application
You must submit the following documents:
- Proof of domicile less than 6 months
- Form cerfa no. 13750
- Form cerfa no. 13757 from mandate to a professional
- Carte grise Certificate of registration (ex-) original
- Marriage certificate extract or family record book
- Proof of roadworthiness unless the vehicle is exempted : The roadworthiness test shall be valid for a Private car (VP), van , motorhome of up to 3,5t older than 4 years or a 2- or 3-wheel motor vehicle or motor quadricycle older than 5 years.
Step 2: Know the cost of the process
You will have to pay the sum of €13.76 (fixed fee of €11 + charge for routing €2.76).
In addition to the cost of the certificate of registration, the trader will charge you a sum corresponding to the service he performs in your place.
This amount is freely fixed by the trader.
3rd step: doing the procedure with a licensed professional
Who shall I contact
One Provisional Certificate of Registration (PIC) is issued to you immediately. It allows you to move around for 1 month (in France only) pending receipt of your final Certificate of Registration.
In case of conversion of an old registration (type 123 AB 01, END) in number SIV, an ICC shall also be issued.
Step 4: Track the status of the application
You can follow the progress of its manufacture on the Internet:
Carte grise Follow your application for a certificate of registration (ex-
Step 5: Receive the Certificate of Registration by mail
You will receive the final certificate of registration, sent by La Poste in letter followed, at your home in a period which may vary.
You must pay attention to the address you provide in the online procedure. It must be as complete as possible (building number, apartment number, mailbox number, floor, hallway, staircase, "resident", etc.).
Your mailbox must contain your first and last name.
You can track the shipment of your ticket either with the registration number or with the tracking number of the Post Office. This tracking number was sent to you by email or SMS if you provided your mobile phone number.
With registration number
With mail tracking number
Follow-up of the dispatch of a letter or parcel on the website laposte.fr
You have a certificate of registration with the common name of your ex-husband or ex-wife.
If you divorce and keep the vehicle, you can have it changed to show only your last name.
If your spouse agrees or if the judge authorizes you to do so, you can choose to keep its name as the last name on your certificate of registration.
On the other hand, if you remarry, you automatically lose your last name and you have to request a name change on your registration certificate.
Step 1: Prepare the documents to complete the application
You must submit the following documents:
- Proof of domicile less than 6 months
- Form cerfa no. 13750
- Form cerfa no. 13757 from mandate to a professional
- Carte grise Certificate of registration (ex-) original
- Divorce judgment, act of separation of property or division agreement
- Proof of roadworthiness unless the vehicle is exempted : The roadworthiness test shall be valid for a Private car (VP), van, motorhome of up to 3,5t older than 4 years or a 2- or 3-wheel motor vehicle or motor quadricycle older than 5 years.
Please note
If the vehicle was in the name of the two spouses and a judgment assigns it to only one of the ex-spouses, you can also to withdraw the reference to the spouse on the certificate of registration.
Step 2: Know the cost of the process
You will have to pay the sum of €13.76 (fixed fee of €11 + charge for routing €2.76).
In addition to the cost of the certificate of registration, the trader will charge you a sum corresponding to the service he performs in your place.
This amount is freely fixed by the trader.
3rd step: doing the procedure with a licensed professional
Who shall I contact
One Provisional Certificate of Registration (PIC) is issued to you immediately. It allows you to move around for 1 month (in France only) pending receipt of your final Certificate of Registration.
In case of conversion of an old registration (type 123 AB 01, END) in number SIV, an ICC shall also be issued.
Step 4: Track the status of the application
You can follow the progress of its manufacture on the Internet:
Carte grise Follow your application for a certificate of registration (ex-
Step 5: Receive the Certificate of Registration by mail
You will receive the final certificate of registration, sent by La Poste in letter followed, at your home in a period which may vary.
You must pay attention to the address you provide in the online procedure. It must be as complete as possible (building number, apartment number, mailbox number, floor, hallway, staircase, "resident", etc.).
Your mailbox must contain your first and last name.
You can track the shipment of your ticket either with the registration number or with the tracking number of the Post Office. This tracking number was sent to you by email or SMS if you provided your mobile phone number.
With registration number
With mail tracking number
Follow-up of the dispatch of a letter or parcel on the website laposte.fr
You have changed your name (or first name) for one of the following reasons:
- Legitimate Reason
- Simplified procedure to take a name from your parentage.
You need to change your vehicle's Certificate of Registration.
Step 1: Prepare the documents to complete the application
You must submit the following documents:
- Proof of domicile less than 6 months
- Form cerfa no. 13750
- Form cerfa no. 13757 from mandate to a professional
- Carte grise Certificate of registration (ex-) original
- Civil status document
- Proof of roadworthiness unless the vehicle is exempted : The roadworthiness test shall be valid for a Private car (VP), van , motorhome of up to 3,5t older than 4 years or a 2- or 3-wheel motor vehicle or motor quadricycle older than 5 years.
Step 2: Know the cost of the process
You will have to pay the sum of €13.76 (fixed fee of €11 + charge for routing €2.76).
In addition to the cost of the certificate of registration, the trader will charge you a sum corresponding to the service he performs in your place.
This amount is freely fixed by the trader.
3rd step: make the approach with a qualified professional
Who shall I contact
One Provisional Certificate of Registration (PIC) is issued to you immediately. It allows you to move around for 1 month (in France only) pending receipt of your final Certificate of Registration.
In case of conversion of an old registration (type 123 AB 01, END) in number SIV, an ICC shall also be issued.
Step 4: Track the status of the application
You can follow the progress of its manufacture on the Internet:
Carte grise Follow your application for a certificate of registration (ex-
Step 5: Receive the Certificate of Registration by mail
You will receive the final certificate of registration, sent by La Poste in letter followed, at your home in a period which may vary.
You must pay attention to the address you provide in the online procedure. It must be as complete as possible (building number, apartment number, mailbox number, floor, hallway, staircase, "resident", etc.).
Your mailbox must contain your first and last name.
You can track the shipment of your ticket either with the registration number or with the tracking number of the Post Office. This tracking number was sent to you by email or SMS if you provided your mobile phone number.
With registration number
With mail tracking number
Follow-up of the dispatch of a letter or parcel on the website laposte.fr
The change of name for a legal person is performed as a name change when there is no creation of a new legal entity (SIREN No. unchanged). You must present any document attesting to the change of name of your business as proof.
Warning
Mergers or acquisitions of businesses resulting in a change of SIREN number shall not be considered as a change of name but as a change of holder of the registration certificate. In this case, it is a sale or assignment free of charge, and not a change of name.
Step 1: Prepare the documents to complete the application
You must submit the following documents:
- Proof of domicile less than 6 months
- Form cerfa no. 13750
- Form cerfa no. 13757 from mandate to a professional
- Carte grise Certificate of registration (ex-) original
- Any proof of the change of business name of your business.
- Proof of roadworthiness unless the vehicle is exempted : The roadworthiness test shall be valid for a Private car (VP), van , motorhome of up to 3,5t older than 4 years or a 2- or 3-wheel motor vehicle or motor quadricycle older than 5 years.
Step 2: Know the cost of the process
You will have to pay the sum of €13.76 (fixed fee of €11 + charge for routing €2.76).
In addition to the cost of the certificate of registration, the trader will charge you a sum corresponding to the service he performs in your place.
This amount is freely fixed by the trader.
3rd step: make the approach with a qualified professional
Who shall I contact
One Provisional Certificate of Registration (PIC) is issued to you immediately. It allows you to move around for 1 month (in France only) pending receipt of your final Certificate of Registration.
In case of conversion of an old registration (type 123 AB 01, END) in number SIV, an ICC shall also be issued.
Step 4: Track the status of the application
You can follow the progress of its manufacture on the Internet:
Carte grise Follow your application for a certificate of registration (ex-
Step 5: Receive the Certificate of Registration by mail
You will receive the final certificate of registration, sent by La Poste in letter followed, at your home in a period which may vary.
You must pay attention to the address you provide in the online procedure. It must be as complete as possible (building number, apartment number, mailbox number, floor, hallway, staircase, "resident", etc.).
Your mailbox must contain your first and last name.
You can track the shipment of your ticket either with the registration number or with the tracking number of the Post Office. This tracking number was sent to you by email or SMS if you provided your mobile phone number.
With registration number
With mail tracking number
Follow-up of the dispatch of a letter or parcel on the website laposte.fr
Who can help me?
Find who can answer your questions in your region
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Carte grise National interactive voice server providing automated answers regarding the following:
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From overseas:
09 70 83 07 07
From the foreigner:
+33 9 70 83 07 07
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