France Still Awaiting EU Technical Committee Decision on Tesla FSD

1 June 2026 France 5 min read

As of early June 2026, Tesla FSD Supervised remains unavailable for customer use on French roads. Unlike the Netherlands, Lithuania, and Estonia, France has not granted approval or mutual recognition of the Dutch provisional type approval.

France's Official Position

The French vehicle approval authority, CNRV (Centre National de Réception des Véhicules), has made it clear that it will not authorise FSD Supervised until the outcome of the EU-level review is known.

According to responses sent to Tesla owners in France, the authority considers the Dutch approval a provisional, Netherlands-specific decision under Article 39 of EU Regulation 2018/858. It does not view this as a full European type approval.

Screenshot of official letter from the French regulator (CNRV) regarding Tesla FSD Supervised — Direct correspondence from the French type approval authority (CNRV)

France is therefore waiting for the Technical Committee on Motor Vehicles (TCMV) - the EU body responsible for reviewing the Dutch dossier - to complete its process before making a national decision.

Why the Delay?

French regulators have raised concerns that FSD Supervised does not fully align with current UN Regulation No. 171 expectations, particularly regarding system-initiated manoeuvres in urban environments. They want to review the full safety data package through the central EU process rather than acting independently.

This cautious approach is consistent with France's position on other advanced driver assistance systems and reflects a preference for harmonised EU rules over unilateral national approvals.

Current Situation in France

Tesla is currently offering supervised demo rides and events in several French cities. You can find the latest opportunities on our Demo Rides page.

For the latest status across all 27 EU countries, see the EU Regulatory Tracker.

Next Steps

The next meaningful windows for the EU Technical Committee to discuss or vote on the Dutch FSD file are expected in June and July 2026. France is widely expected to follow the EU outcome quickly once a decision is reached.

FAQ

Why hasn’t France approved Tesla FSD Supervised yet?

The French vehicle approval authority (CNRV) has stated it will not authorise FSD Supervised until the outcome of the EU Technical Committee review of the Dutch provisional approval is known. France is taking a cautious, EU-first approach.

What is the EU Technical Committee on Motor Vehicles (TCMV)?

The TCMV is the EU body that reviews vehicle type approvals and innovative technologies. It is currently examining the Dutch RDW’s provisional approval of Tesla FSD Supervised under Article 39 rules.

When might Tesla FSD become available in France?

France is expected to follow the EU decision quickly once the Technical Committee process concludes. Meaningful updates are possible from summer 2026 onward, depending on the TCMV timeline and vote.

Can I try FSD Supervised in France right now?