In France, electric vehicle (EV) owners must ensure that their home charging stations meet strict safety regulations. A decree issued on January 12, 2017, requires that all attached-cable charging stations include a safety shutter. These shutters are designed to prevent access to live electrical pins when no vehicle is connected, protecting children and preventing accidental contact with metal objects. The decree specifies that all home charging stations must use a Type 2 connector, the European standard for AC charging, and must include a shutter when connected to a household electrical meter. A 2021 revision updated the reference to the NF C 15-100 standard, which governs electrical installations in France, but the requirement for shutters remained unchanged. There are two main ways to comply with these regulations. A wall-mounted socket charging station, often called the "socket" version, is automatically compliant because the safety cover is built into the socket itself. For attached-cable charging stations, the shutter must be placed either on the Type 2 connector at the end of the cable (known as the T2S connector) or on the wall mount where the connector is stored when not in use. Without one of these shutters, the charging station cannot be legally installed, and certified electricians will refuse to set it up. The Type 2 connector, also known as Mennekes, has been the standard for residential EV charging in Europe since 2013. In France, a modified version called T2S is used, with the "S" standing for "shutter." Unlike in other parts of Europe, where charging stations often come with an open Type 2 socket or an attached cable without a cover, France mandates the inclusion of a physical shutter for safety. This requirement is unique to the country and reflects a stricter approach to electrical safety. Spanish manufacturer Wallbox has introduced models that meet these French regulations. Their Pulsar Max model comes in both socket and attached-cable versions, both compliant with the NF C 15-100 standard. Previously, only the socket version was compliant. The Pulsar Max applies the same safety standards to traditional residential use. In 2024, Wallbox also released the Pulsar Pro, the first attached-cable charging station in France to meet the NF C 15-100 standard. Designed for shared spaces and co-ownership housing, the Pulsar Pro includes features like 4G connectivity and an RFID reader. Importing a charging station with an open Type 2 socket is not legal in France, and online listings may not always reflect the correct, certified model. Buyers are advised to confirm the exact model before purchasing and to use a certified IRVE (Institut de Recherche et de Valorisation de l'Électricité) installer, especially for units with a power output above 3.7 kW. The French approach adds a physical safety barrier to electronic safeguards, ensuring compliance with both European and national regulations.