Minimum age for a car driving licence in Chiapas (2026)
Last reviewed: 9 October 2026
In short: Minors of 16 and 17 can obtain a one-year car licence if a parent or guardian signs a letter of responsibility. The procedure page read does not cite a traffic law article.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Minimum age for a car licenceCar (category B) driving licence | 16 years [1] |
| Driving before the minimum ageCar (category B) driving licence | Minors who have completed 16 years of age and are under 18 can obtain a car licence valid for one year. The minor applies in person with a parent or guardian, passes a driving and eyesight test and provides a letter of responsibility signed by the parent or guardian. [1] |
| Visitors on a foreign licence: ageCar (category B) driving licence | ⚠ Not yet verified |
Notes
- Based on the state's procedure page on the federal gob.mx portal, which cites no traffic law article.
Sources
- Gobierno del Estado de Chiapas, Secretaría de Hacienda / Finanzas (portal gob.mx de trámites): Expedición de licencias de conducir para menores de edad, con 16 años cumplidos (SH-2021-3178-033-A) (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
More rules in Chiapas
- Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: 20 km/h (busy zones, schools) · Outside built-up areas (single carriageway): 70 km/h paved, 50 km/h unpaved
- Seat belts and child seatsSeat belt compulsory in front seats: Yes; driver must ensure passengers wear one · Seat belt compulsory in rear seats: Yes; driver must ensure passengers wear one
- Drinking age and alcohol salesMinimum age to buy beer and wine: 18 · Minimum age to buy spirits: 18
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General information, not legal advice. Rules change: check the official source before you fly or ride.