On the registration of a new or second-hand vehicle in France taxes are payable.
The main tax on all vehicles is the taxe régionale, but there are also two other taxes on new vehicles. The liability to these taxes depends on the pollution level and weight of the vehicle.
You can read about the taxes in our updated Guide to Vehicle Registration Taxes.
Separately, import taxes may be payable on the importation of a vehicle into France, which you can read about in our guide below.
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On the registration of a new or second-hand vehicle in France taxes are payable.
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