British drivers are being asked to apply for key items before traveling to Europe this year, or face hefty fines.
Brits will be looking to travel to Europe this year, with the European Championships being held across Germany in June and July, and the Olympics in Paris in July and August.
However, experts have warned drivers that they could face criminal charges if they do not have the proper documents when traveling to France.
Most major cities across France have emissions-based charging zones, similar to those in London, Birmingham and Oxford.
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Motorists are urged to apply for a sticker at least 10 days before traveling to France.
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Drivers will be required to display a Crit'Air sticker on their vehicle to indicate their vehicle's pollution emissions according to Euro emissions standards.
The vignette costs just €3.72 (£3.20) and can be ordered on the website of the French government, which is keen to reduce emissions.
But experts warn that Crit'Air stickers can take up to 10 days to arrive in the post, making advance booking even more important for holidaymakers.
John Woosey, founder of Ripe Caravan Insurance, commented:
“Frustratingly, the rules change regularly, so staying up to date with the latest regulations can be a headache.
“Therefore, it is understandable that your Crit'Air sticker application may get lost in the process.”
Drivers who fail to comply with emissions regulations can be fined up to 180 euros (approximately 15,000 yen).
Once a Crit'Air vignette is received, it will be applied for the life of the vehicle and the driver will not need to purchase another vignette later.
A Crit'Air sticker is required in Paris, Lyon, Aix-Marseille, Toulouse, Nice, Montpellier, Strasbourg, Grenoble, Rouen, Reims and Saint-Étienne.
Woozi added: “It would be sad if such a small administrative issue and the resulting fine ruined your much-anticipated vacation.
“We therefore advise holidaymakers to double-check that they have made their plans in sufficient time to avoid disappointment.”
UK drivers are advised to check the French Government website for further guidance on critical aviation regulations depending on the region they are traveling to during their holiday.
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For example, vehicles that require a Crit'Air 3 sticker (Euro 2, Euro 3 petrol, Euro 4 diesel) will be prohibited from entering Paris from the beginning of 2025.
