Minimum age for a car driving licence in Chihuahua (2026)
Last reviewed: 9 October 2026
In short: A licence requires an age of at least 18, a theory and practical exam, a medical exam and a preventive driving course; it is valid for one, three or six years. Persons over 16 and under 18 can be issued a one-year licence for private cars or motorcycles with written parental consent, valid from 06:00 to 22:00 and on highways only with an adult. Licences from other states and from abroad are valid.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Minimum age for a car licenceCar (category B) driving licence | 18 years [1] |
| Driving before the minimum ageCar (category B) driving licence | Persons over 16 and under 18 can be issued a licence only for private-service cars or motorcycles, with the written consent of those holding parental authority or the guardian, who assume civil liability. The licence is valid for one year and the minor may drive only vehicles registered beforehand by the parents or guardian. [1] |
| Learner's permit from ageCar (category B) driving licence | 16 years [1] |
| Night-time limit for new driversCar (category B) driving licence | Licence holders under 18 may drive only from 06:00 to 22:00. On highways they may drive only with an adult. [1] |
| Visitors on a foreign licence: ageCar (category B) driving licence | Holders of licences issued by other Mexican states, Mexico City or other countries may drive vehicles of the type covered by the licence, except state public transport. [1] |
| Tests for a first car licenceCar (category B) driving licence | Applicants must pass an in-person driving aptitude exam with theory and practical parts before traffic experts, pass a medical exam of physical and mental fitness, and take the preventive driving course. [1] |
| How long the licence is validCar (category B) driving licence | Licences are valid for one, three or six years at the applicant's choice. Licences for persons over 16 and under 18 are valid for one year. [1] |
Notes
- The text says 'mayores de dieciséis años' (over 16); the age is counted in completed years, so 16 is given.
Sources
- H. Congreso del Estado de Chihuahua: Ley de Vialidad y Tránsito para el Estado de Chihuahua (última reforma POE 2026.08.08, No. 63) (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
More rules in Chihuahua
- Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: 30 km/h secondary and local; 50 km/h primary avenues · Outside built-up areas (single carriageway): 80 km/h state highways; 50 km/h in urban zones
- Seat belts and child seatsSeat belt compulsory in front seats: Yes · Seat belt compulsory in rear seats: Yes
- Drink-driving limitsBlood alcohol limit for ordinary drivers: 0.05% (0.25 mg/L breath) · Lower limit for novice or young drivers: 0.02% novice; zero under 18
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General information, not legal advice. Rules change: check the official source before you fly or ride.