Minimum age for a car driving licence in Puebla (2026)

Last reviewed: 9 October 2026

In short: A full licence requires age 18, a theory exam and a practical exam on a driving simulator, and is issued for 3 or 5 years. A six-month permit is available from age 16 with parental consent and a parent or guardian present.

RuleWhat applies
Minimum age for a car licenceCar (category B) driving licence18 years [1]
Earliest age to drive a car supervisedCar (category B) driving licence⚠ Not yet verified
Driving before the minimum ageCar (category B) driving licenceA permit is available to first-time applicants aged 16 to 18. Applicants under 18 need a parental consent letter and must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. The permit is valid for six months and is also open to adults who are learning to drive. [2]
Visitors on a foreign licence: ageCar (category B) driving licence⚠ Not yet verified
Learner's permit from ageCar (category B) driving licence16 years [2]
Tests for a first car licenceCar (category B) driving licenceFirst-time applicants take a theory exam on basic road safety and a practical driving-skills exam on driving simulators; both are compulsory. After a failed theory exam the applicant must wait one day, and after a failed practical exam two months. [1]
How long the licence is validCar (category B) driving licenceA car, motorcycle or private chauffeur licence is issued for 3 or 5 years. [1]

Sources

  1. Gobierno del Estado de Puebla, Ventanilla Única de Trámites: Expedición de Licencia para Conducir de automovilista, motociclista o chofer particular (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
  2. Gobierno del Estado de Puebla, Ventanilla Única de Trámites: Expedición de permiso para conducir para automovilista o motociclista (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources

More rules in Puebla

  • Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: 30 km/h secondary; 50 km/h primary avenues · Outside built-up areas (single carriageway): 80 km/h
  • Using a mobile phone while drivingHolding a phone while driving banned: Banned · Hands-free use: Hands-free with a holder only
  • Seat belts and child seatsSeat belt compulsory in front seats: Yes, all occupants · Seat belt compulsory in rear seats: Yes, all occupants

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General information, not legal advice. Rules change: check the official source before you fly or ride.