You will receive a confirmation email within 4 hours. You will receive an invoice by email within about 24 hours, with the facsimile of your Crit'Air sticker. Carte grise The Crit'Air sticker is sent to you by post within 10 days to the address indicated on the registration certificate (Certificat d'Registration)

In 2026, it is not possible to obtain a Crit’Air sticker (vignette) immediately at a physical location. There are no gas stations, offices, or border crossings in France that sell them over the counter. The only way to get one is by ordering it online through the official French government website. Once the application is submitted and the fee (approx. €4.91 including postage) is paid, the physical sticker is sent by mail, which typically takes between 2 and 4 weeks to arrive. However, you do receive a digital confirmation email within 24 to 48 hours. This digital receipt serves as temporary proof of your vehicle's classification and can be shown to authorities if you are stopped before the physical sticker arrives. Because many French cities like Paris, Lyon, and Marseille now enforce permanent low-emission zones, it is highly recommended to order your sticker at least one month before your planned trip to avoid the €68 fine for non-compliance.