Why you need a parking permit in France
In France, nobody may privately occupy a public street without a permit from the authorities. For a removal van, a delivery truck, a skip or a furniture lift, that means a temporary parking permit from the town hall: an "arrêté de stationnement" or, in some cities such as Paris, an "AOT".
Without it, you can only park on a free legal space like any other driver. Double parking costs a €35 fine, parking on the pavement or a cycle lane €135, and the vehicle can be towed away.
What we do for you
- We identify the right department and procedure in the town hall of your address.
- We file the application, in French, with the documents and within the deadline the municipality requires.
- Our sign installers place the official no-parking signs with the permit displayed, within the timeframe set by the municipality, and send you time-stamped photos.
- After your move, we remove the signs.
Anywhere in France, one point of contact
Our network of 180+ sign installers covers over 98% of France, from central Paris to rural villages and several border areas. Every municipality has its own form, deadlines and fees: we know them, so you don't have to.
Clear prices
Sign placement and removal: €59 excl. VAT. Permit application: €14.90 excl. VAT on its own, or €2.50 excl. VAT added to a sign placement. Some municipalities charge their own fee for occupying the street; we tell you the amount before you confirm and pass it on at cost.
For every kind of job
- Moves: a space for the removal van at the door, at the departure address, the arrival address or both.
- Furniture and appliance deliveries: the truck parks in front of the building instead of double parking.
- Works: room for a skip, a scaffolding, a work van or a furniture lift.
- Events and film shoots: spaces for technical vehicles, guests and suppliers.
How it works, step by step
- You send us the address, the dates and the vehicle size.
- We file the application with the town hall and follow it up until the permit is issued.
- Our sign installers place the official signs with the permit displayed, within the timeframe set by the municipality, and upload time-stamped photos to your account.
- After your job, we remove the signs.
Why time-stamped photos matter
In most French towns, a vehicle parked in your space can only be towed if the signs were in place before it arrived, within the timeframe set by the municipality. Our geolocated, time-stamped photos prove exactly when the signs were placed. The City of Rouen, for example, expressly recommends them.
Where we operate
Everywhere in France: Paris and the Île-de-France region, Lyon, Marseille, Nice and the Riviera, Bordeaux, Toulouse, Nantes, Strasbourg, Lille, the Alps, Brittany, Normandy, Dordogne, Provence, and thousands of smaller towns and villages, as well as several border areas.
FAQ
How far in advance should I apply?
As early as possible. Municipalities require from a few days to several weeks: at least 15 days in Paris, 14 days in Nantes, 10 working days in Lille. We tell you your town's deadline when you contact us.
Do I need to speak French?
No. Write to us in English: we deal with the town hall in French and keep you informed.
Can you do it if I am still abroad?
Yes. Everything is handled remotely: you send us the address and dates, we take care of the rest and send you the photos.
How many spaces do I need?
As a rule of thumb, 2 to 3 spaces (10 to 15 metres) for a 20 m³ removal van, more with a furniture lift or a second vehicle. Tell us the vehicle size and we adjust.
What if a car is parked in my space?
Outside Paris, if the signs were placed within the town's timeframe, the police municipale can have the vehicle towed; our photos serve as proof. In Paris, the moving permit does not allow towing, but it lets you use any free space in the nearby paid-parking lane.