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

Last reviewed: 9 October 2026

In short: A full licence requires age 18, a medical exam and a driving-skill exam with basic knowledge of the law. A three-month permit is issued to minors aged 16 or 17, valid only in the State, with an adult and during daytime hours (from 06:00 to 22:00 or 23:00).

RuleWhat applies
Minimum age for a car licenceCar (category B) driving licence18 years [1]
Earliest age to drive a car supervisedCar (category B) driving licence16 years [1]
Driving before the minimum ageCar (category B) driving licenceA permit is issued to minors aged 16 or 17, valid for three months. The application is signed by the minor and a parent or guardian, who is jointly liable. The minor must pass a driving and knowledge exam and a medical exam. The permit is valid only within the State and with an adult. [1]
Visitors on a foreign licence: ageCar (category B) driving licence⚠ Not yet verified
Learner's permit from ageCar (category B) driving licence16 years [1]
Night-time limit for new driversCar (category B) driving licenceArticle 89 lets the Dirección authorise minors to drive only from 06:00 to 22:00, while article 90 says minors' permits are valid from 06:00 to 23:00 except in urgent need. Permits are valid only within the state and with an adult. [1]
Tests for a first car licenceCar (category B) driving licenceA car licence needs a medical exam (physical fitness, hearing, eyesight and blood type) and a pass in a driving-skill exam, plus basic knowledge of the law and its regulation. The skill exam is taken in the type of vehicle the applicant wants to drive. [1]

Notes

  • The regulation states two different end times for minors: 22:00 in article 89 (fr. VI) and 23:00 in article 90 (fr. I). Both are given as written.

Sources

  1. Gobierno del Estado de Zacatecas (Periódico Oficial): Reglamento de la Ley de Transporte, Tránsito y Vialidad del Estado de Zacatecas (Suplemento al Periódico Oficial, expedido 30 June 2014) (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources

More rules in Zacatecas

  • Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: 30 km/h · Outside built-up areas (single carriageway): 60 km/h (rural roads)
  • Seat belts and child seatsSeat belt compulsory in front seats: Yes · Seat belt compulsory in rear seats: Yes, where fitted
  • Drink-driving limitsBlood alcohol limit for ordinary drivers: 0.05% (0.25 mg/l breath)

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