Requesting a Vehicle Registration Certificate

You may need a temporary registration certificate (WW) for a new vehicle while waiting for the final registration card, or to clarify a special situation regarding your vehicle registration file. This page helps you understand the appropriate procedure.

This page explains how to request this certificate, what information to provide, and offers a ready-to-use letter template, plus a tool to automatically generate your personalized letter.

When should you write this letter?

• You bought a new vehicle and are waiting for the final card;
• You need to drive your vehicle temporarily before receiving the card;
• You had difficulty requesting the certificate online;
• You need to clarify a special situation with your file.

In all these cases, a written letter remains a reliable way to follow up your request.

Required information to include

• Your first and last name and vehicle information (chassis number, model);
• The purchase date;
• Documents attached (purchase invoice, conformity certificate).

The clearer your request, the faster it will be processed.

Official letter template

Important note: the letter sent to ANTS must be written in French, as it is a French administration. Below is a template you can use as a basis.

[First name LAST NAME]
[Full address]
[ANTS file number]

National Secure Documents Agency
[ANTS address]

Written in [City], on [Date]

Subject: Provisional registration certificate request

Dear Sir/Madam,

I am requesting a provisional registration certificate (WW) for my vehicle acquired on [date].

[...]

→ The complete letter, tailored precisely to your situation and ready to send, is generated automatically in 3 minutes using the tool above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the validity period of the temporary certificate?

Usually one month, renewable in certain cases.

Can I drive with the temporary certificate?

Yes, it allows legal driving while waiting for the final registration certificate.

When do I need a temporary registration certificate?

Often when buying a new vehicle from an approved dealer, while waiting for the final card.

Do imported vehicles need this certificate?

Yes, often necessary during first registration procedures for imported vehicles.

Is this certificate free?

Often included in new vehicle purchase procedures from the dealer.