Fireworks in France (2026)
Last reviewed: 9 October 2026
In short: Pyrotechnic articles may be made available only to people aged 18 or over, and category F1 to people aged 12 or over. Sale periods and use bans were not confirmed from national sources.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Consumers may buy and use category F2 fireworksConsumer fireworks (category F2) | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Minimum age to buyConsumer fireworks (category F2) | 18 years [1] |
| Minimum age to buyConsumer fireworks (category F2) | 12 years [1] |
| Minimum age to possess or let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| When they may be sold to the publicConsumer fireworks (category F2) | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| When they may be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Where they may not be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | ⚠ Not yet verified |
Notes
- Article 5 of Decree 2010-580 restricts acquisition of mortar-fired articles to people with an approval. No source read states which articles the general public may buy.
- Applies to making articles available on the market. Category F1 has a lower limit (see the F1 entry).
- No national sale period, use age or use ban was found in the sources read. Municipal police powers were not checked.
Sources
- Légifrance: Code de l'environnement, article R557-6-13 (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
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