Tesla FSD Supervised is live in the Netherlands — and the rest of Europe is next. But when exactly will FSD reach your country? The answer depends on your national vehicle authority, whether your country is in the EU, and how quickly regulators act after April 10.
Here is the current status for every major European market: which regulatory body is responsible, where things stand today, and when you can realistically expect FSD. For the full breakdown of what FSD Supervised does, see our complete FSD Europe guide.
How EU Mutual Recognition Works
On April 10, 2026, the Netherlands is expected to grant Tesla full UN-R-171 type approval for FSD Supervised. UN-R-171 is the international regulation covering automated lane-keeping systems. Once one EU member state grants this approval, other member states can recognise it without running their own full testing.
This does not mean instant approval everywhere. Each country's national authority still needs to formally accept the Dutch certification. But instead of months of independent testing, it becomes weeks of administrative processing. The Netherlands is the domino that starts the chain.
Netherlands — Live Now
- Regulatory body: RDW (Rijksdienst voor het Wegverkeer)
- Status: FSD Supervised approved and active since March 4, 2026 (Extended Type Approval)
- Next milestone: Full UN-R-171 type approval expected April 10, 2026
The Netherlands is the first and only EU country where Tesla FSD is live. Dutch Tesla owners can purchase and activate FSD today. Read our full Netherlands FSD guide for activation steps and pricing.
Germany — Expected Q2 2026
- Regulatory body: KBA (Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt)
- Status: Awaiting Dutch UN-R-171 approval to trigger mutual recognition
- Expected timeline: Q2 2026 (May–June)
Germany is expected to be among the first countries to follow the Netherlands. The KBA has a strong working relationship with European type-approval bodies, and Germany is Tesla's largest European market. Once the April 10 UN-R-171 approval is granted, the KBA can begin its recognition process immediately. Tesla's Gigafactory Berlin further strengthens the case for fast German rollout.
France — Expected Q2 2026
- Regulatory body: UTAC (Union Technique de l'Automobile, du motocycle et du Cycle) / OTC
- Status: Awaiting EU mutual recognition pathway
- Expected timeline: Q2 2026 (May–June)
France's UTAC handles vehicle type approvals and has been actively involved in UN-R-171 working groups. France is a major Tesla market and is expected to recognise the Dutch approval relatively quickly. French Tesla owners should expect FSD availability shortly after Germany.
Italy — Expected Q2–Q3 2026
- Regulatory body: Ministero delle Infrastrutture e dei Trasporti (MIT)
- Status: Awaiting EU mutual recognition pathway
- Expected timeline: Q2–Q3 2026 (June–August)
Italy's transport ministry will need to process the mutual recognition through its own regulatory framework. Italian roads present unique challenges — narrow historic city centres, aggressive urban traffic patterns, and complex roundabouts — but FSD has been trained on similar conditions. Timeline may be slightly longer than Germany or France due to administrative processing.
Spain — Expected Q2–Q3 2026
- Regulatory body: DGT (Dirección General de Tráfico)
- Status: Awaiting EU mutual recognition pathway
- Expected timeline: Q2–Q3 2026 (June–September)
Spain's DGT manages vehicle regulations and road safety. Spain has been generally open to autonomous driving technology and has hosted autonomous vehicle testing programmes. FSD recognition is expected to follow standard EU mutual recognition timelines.
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Norway — Expected Q2 2026
- Regulatory body: Statens vegvesen (Norwegian Public Roads Administration)
- Status: EEA member — eligible for EU mutual recognition
- Expected timeline: Q2 2026 (May–June)
Norway is not an EU member but is part of the EEA (European Economic Area), which means it participates in the EU's single market for vehicles. Norway consistently leads Europe in EV adoption — Teslas are everywhere — and Statens vegvesen has historically been fast to adopt new vehicle standards. Norway could be among the first countries after the Netherlands.
Austria — Expected Q2 2026
- Regulatory body: BMK (Bundesministerium für Klimaschutz, Umwelt, Energie, Mobilität, Innovation und Technologie)
- Status: Awaiting EU mutual recognition pathway
- Expected timeline: Q2 2026 (May–July)
Austria's transport and climate ministry oversees vehicle type approvals. As a smaller EU market, Austria typically follows Germany's lead on vehicle regulations. Once the KBA recognises FSD in Germany, Austria is expected to follow within weeks.
Switzerland — Expected Q2–Q3 2026
- Regulatory body: ASTRA / FEDRO (Federal Roads Office)
- Status: Non-EU but closely aligned with EU vehicle standards
- Expected timeline: Q2–Q3 2026 (June–August)
Switzerland is not in the EU or EEA but generally aligns its vehicle regulations with EU standards through bilateral agreements. ASTRA will need to evaluate the Dutch type approval under its own framework. Switzerland's timeline may be slightly longer than EU member states, but the country has a strong track record of adopting EU vehicle standards efficiently.
United Kingdom — Expected H2 2026
- Regulatory body: DVSA (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency)
- Status: Separate approval required — EU mutual recognition does not apply
- Expected timeline: H2 2026 (second half of 2026, possibly later)
The UK left the EU, so the Dutch UN-R-171 approval does not automatically apply. Tesla must seek separate DVSA approval. The UK's Automated Vehicles Act 2024 provides the legal framework for self-driving vehicles, but the DVSA has not yet confirmed a timeline for FSD Supervised approval. UK Tesla owners will likely wait longer than EU counterparts. Additionally, FSD must be adapted for left-hand-drive roads.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Tesla FSD coming to Germany?
Tesla FSD Supervised is expected in Germany in Q2 2026. After the Netherlands receives full UN-R-171 type approval on April 10, 2026, the German KBA can fast-track approval through EU mutual recognition. Germany is expected to be among the first countries to follow.
Is Tesla FSD legal in the UK?
Not yet. The UK requires separate DVSA approval since EU mutual recognition does not apply post-Brexit. The Automated Vehicles Act 2024 provides the legal framework, but FSD Supervised is not expected in the UK until late 2026 at the earliest.
Which EU country gets Tesla FSD first?
The Netherlands. The RDW granted Extended Type Approval on March 4, 2026. Full UN-R-171 type approval is expected April 10, 2026, which will enable other EU countries to follow through mutual recognition.
Will Tesla FSD work the same in every European country?
The core FSD Supervised functionality will be the same across Europe. However, each country may impose local conditions such as speed limits for automated driving or additional driver monitoring requirements. Tesla adapts the software via over-the-air updates for each market.
Does mutual recognition mean instant approval in all EU countries?
No. EU mutual recognition means member states can accept the Dutch type approval without full independent testing. But each country's national authority still needs to formally recognise it. This shortens the timeline from months to weeks — but it is not instant.