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Vehicle registration renewal in French Guiana

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Written from published rules on 2 September 2026. Not monitored for changes since. A starting point, not official advice — confirm anything that matters with Agence Nationale des Titres Sécurisés (ANTS - National Agency for Secure Titles).

Renewing a vehicle registration in French Guiana involves updating the 'Certificat d'immatriculation' (formerly known as a 'carte grise'). This process is managed digitally through the French national vehicle registration system.

Your timing

It is generally recommended to initiate changes to registration details as soon as a change of address or ownership occurs to avoid potential fines. Processing times for online applications can vary, so allow several weeks for the administrative handling and the delivery of the document to a registered address.

Start 21 days ahead

This reflects the standard processing and mail delivery time for digital applications processed by the French administration.

The process

  1. 1Create or log in to a personal account on the ANTS official website using FranceConnect.
  2. 2Select the appropriate procedure for the registration update (e.g., change of address or transfer of ownership).
  3. 3Enter the vehicle registration number and the details of the current document.
  4. 4Upload digital copies of all required supporting documentation.
  5. 5Pay the applicable taxes and fees securely online.
  6. 6Download the 'Certificat Provisoire d'Immatriculation' (CPI) while waiting for the official document to arrive by registered post.

What to bring

  • Current registration certificate (carte grise)
  • Proof of address dated within the last six months
  • Proof of identity
  • Proof of technical inspection (contrôle technique) for vehicles over four years old
  • Valid insurance certificate

Who handles it

Agence Nationale des Titres Sécurisés (ANTS - National Agency for Secure Titles)

https://immatriculation.ants.gouv.fr/

Fees vary based on the vehicle's power, emissions, and the specific region of French Guiana; the exact amount is calculated during the online application process.

What commonly goes wrong

  • Ensure all digital document scans are clear and readable to prevent application rejection.
  • Verify that the address registered with the postal service matches the proof of address provided.
  • Confirm that the vehicle's technical inspection is current before beginning the application.

Sources

Don't rely on remembering

Renewals here take about 21 days to start. Add this document and Duratum will tell you when that window opens.

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