The BSR no longer exists as an official title since 2013. What you are looking to obtain is the AM license, a category of driver’s license without points. The confusion perpetuated by many contents between “taking the BSR online” and “completing an administrative process online” needs to be clarified: no complete training takes place entirely on screen, and none is free.
ANTS application for the AM license: what can actually be done online
The only dematerialized step in the process is the creation of the file on the ANTS portal (National Agency for Secure Titles). This online procedure replaces the visit to the prefecture’s counter. It allows you to submit supporting documents, track the progress of your file, and receive the title in credit card format.
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We regularly observe confusion between this administrative process and a hypothetical “online exam.” The ANTS portal does not provide training; it registers the AM license once the practical training has been validated by an accredited driving school. The free aspect only concerns the creation of the file on ANTS, not the training itself.
For those who wish to take the BSR online for free with AXX Auto, the administrative process remains the same: the file goes through ANTS after obtaining the training certificate.
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ASSR, ASR, and candidate profile: theoretical prerequisites for the AM license
The theoretical part of the AM license does not involve a dedicated exam. It relies on certificates obtained beforehand, and the prerequisite varies depending on your educational background and age.
- Middle school students take the ASSR 1 (in 5th grade) or the ASSR 2 (in 9th grade) as part of their schooling. These certificates are issued free of charge by the institution.
- Individuals who are not in school or who have lost their certificate can take the ASR (Road Safety Certificate) at a GRETA or an accredited training center.
- Individuals born before 1988 are exempt from any theoretical prerequisites and any training to drive a moped or a light motor quadricycle.
The ASSR can be prepared online through official National Education websites. It is the only component of the BSR/AM license process that can be fully worked on from a computer, at no cost.
Mandatory practical training of 8 hours: content and actual cost
No organization can legally provide practical training remotely. The 8 hours take place in person, at an accredited driving school, and are spread over a specific sequence.
The training covers vehicle handling, driving in and out of urban areas, and a risk awareness sequence. The instructor validates each module before issuing the training completion certificate, which is essential for the ANTS application.
Vehicles covered by the AM category
The AM license allows the driving of two types of vehicles depending on the option chosen during training:
- 2 or 3-wheeled moped, maximum speed of 45 km/h, engine capacity limited to 50 cm³ for an internal combustion engine, maximum power of 4 kilowatts.
- Light motor quadricycle (small car, quad), maximum speed of 45 km/h, maximum power of 6 kW, maximum payload of 250 kg.
The choice of option is made at registration. Driving both categories requires having completed training for each option.
Price range for training
The cost of practical training varies by driving schools and regions. We recommend comparing at least three local quotes. Some aid programs exist for young people in integration, but the AM license is not eligible for CPF. One-time assistance comes from local authorities or local missions, on a case-by-case basis.
Loss of the old BSR format: recovering your title
BSRs issued before 2013 took the form of an orange card with a photo ID. The State has kept no digital record of these titles. In case of loss, the only option is to contact the driving school that issued the card or your insurer who may have a copy.
If you still have the orange BSR card (original or copy), you must request its transcription to the AM license via ANTS. This operation is free and allows you to obtain a title recorded electronically in your driving license file, simplifying insurance procedures.
The promise of a “free BSR online” thus covers two distinct realities: the free nature of the ANTS process and the free preparation of the ASSR. The 8-hour practical training remains paid and in-person, regardless of the organization. Always check the prefectural approval of the driving school before registering, and keep your training completion certificate safe: it is what triggers the production of the title.