Short answer: Not yet. Ministry of Transport is reviewing the Dutch approval but has not approved FSD (Supervised) for customers in France.
Declined to adopt the Dutch approval in July over speeding and urban driver attention. Began on-road tests with two Tesla-supplied cars in September.
France can either recognise the Dutch approval nationally, as 7 countries have, or wait for an EU-wide decision in the TCMV. The next opportunity for that vote is December 2026 (earliest). How FSD approval works in Europe (English).
Where you can use FSD today: Netherlands, Lithuania, Estonia, Denmark, Belgium, Slovenia, Czechia, Croatia.
Status history
France starts on-road tests with two Tesla-supplied cars ahead of an EU decision.
Transport Minister Tabarot says FSD will not be authorised in its current form, citing speeding and urban driver attention.
Tesla FSD France news
- France starts on-road tests of FSD after rejecting the Dutch approval
Two Tesla-supplied cars are being tested on French roads so France can take a position before an EU vote.
Tesla FSD in France: FAQ
Is Tesla FSD legal in France?
Not yet. Ministry of Transport is reviewing the Dutch approval but has not approved FSD (Supervised) for customers in France.
When will Tesla FSD be available in France?
There are two routes: Ministry of Transport can recognise the Dutch approval nationally, or the EU can approve it bloc-wide in the TCMV. The earliest possible EU vote is December 2026 (earliest). No official date has been given for France.
How much does FSD cost in Europe?
FSD (Supervised) is sold as a subscription at €99 / month in approved EU countries (prices can differ in local currency). One-time purchase discontinued in Europe on 21 May 2026.
Which Teslas can use FSD in France?
Hardware 4 (AI4) only; FSD v14 Lite for HW3 not yet released in Europe. Check under Controls → Software → Additional Vehicle Information in your car.
How many EU countries have approved FSD?
8 of 27 EU states, covering about 12.7% of the EU population. An EU-wide approval needs at least 15 states and 65% of the population.