Many have been waiting over a year to get their French driving licence. Eventually French authorities decided to stop accepting applications unless it was to replace a lost, stolen or soon-to-expire licence. Initially the British government said that anyone with a UK photocard licence that is about to expire did NOT need exchange it. Now anyone who has a photocard licence due to expire within 6 months is advised to apply to exchange it for French licence. Though your driving licence entitlement may be valid, if the accompanying photo card has expired, there is a risk the police may challenge you."

Source: The Local October 17, 2019 13:45 UTC