Traffic signs

A traffic sign is a standardised visual symbol placed along roads to guide, warn, or regulate drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. These signs provide essential information about road conditions, rules, directions, and potential hazards, helping to ensure safety and smooth traffic flow. They come in various shapes and colours—such as triangular warning signs, circular prohibitory or mandatory signs, and rectangular information signs—each designed for quick recognition and clear understanding.


1. Stop and give way

This traffic sign means stop and give way. You must come to a complete stop before entering the intersection and give way to traffic that has priority. Proceed only when it is safe.

Stop and give way.

English • Traffic sign SR-01 • Stop. Stop completely. Proceed only when you can join or cross safely.

Español • SR-01 • Pare. Detén completamente el vehículo. Reanuda la marcha solo cuando puedas incorporarte o cruzar con seguridad.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 63

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-08-24. Wikimedia original unmodified.

2. Give way

This traffic sign means give way. Slow down and give way to traffic that has priority. Stop if necessary and proceed only when it is safe.

Give way.

English • Traffic sign SR-02 · family • Give way. Give priority to vehicles and other users of the road ahead. Stop if you cannot cross or join safely. The drawing shows the triangle without the GIVE WAY wording in the official example. The sign family is identified without confirming this drawing as a complete design.

Español • SR-02 · familia • Ceda el paso. Cede el paso a los vehículos y demás usuarios de la vía a la que te aproximas. Detente si no puedes cruzar o incorporarte con seguridad. El dibujo muestra el triángulo sin la leyenda CEDA EL PASO del ejemplo oficial. Se identifica la familia, sin confirmar este dibujo como diseño completo.

3. Give way ahead

This traffic sign indicates give way ahead. A give-way requirement applies at the location ahead. Reduce speed in good time and be prepared to stop if necessary.

Give way ahead.

English • Traffic sign SP-33 • Give way ahead. Be prepared to reduce speed and give priority.

Español • SP-33 • Proximidad de señal Ceda el paso. Advierte que más adelante encontrarás una señal Ceda el paso. Prepárate para reducir la velocidad y ceder la prioridad.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 131

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-10-06. Wikimedia original unmodified.

4. Stop and give way ahead

This traffic sign indicates stop and give way ahead. A stop sign applies at the location ahead. Reduce speed in good time and be prepared to come to a complete stop.

Stop and give way ahead.

English • Traffic sign SP-29 • Stop ahead. You must stop completely at the sign ahead.

Español • SP-29 • Proximidad de señal Pare. Advierte que más adelante encontrarás una señal Pare y deberás detenerte completamente.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 130
🔗 Mintransporte.gov.co • Fe de erratas 2025: dibujo SP-29, página PDF 10

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.

5. Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad

This traffic sign indicates a warning for an uncontrolled crossroad. An intersection without traffic signals or signs assigning priority lies ahead. Reduce speed, watch for traffic approaching from other directions and follow the applicable local priority rules.

Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.

English • Traffic sign SP-11 • Road junction. Watch for crossing traffic and priority signs at the junction ahead.

Español • SP-11 • Intersección de vías. Advierte la proximidad de un cruce de vías. Presta atención al tránsito transversal y a la señalización de prioridad.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 123

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-05. Wikimedia original unmodified.

6. Warning for a side road from the left

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a side road from the left. A side road joins the road ahead from the left at an uncontrolled junction. Reduce speed, watch for traffic entering from the side road and follow the applicable default priority rules.

Warning for a side road from the left.

English • Traffic sign SP-12 • Side road on the left. Warns of a road joining from the left at approximately right angles.

Español • SP-12 • Vía lateral izquierda. Advierte una vía lateral que se une por la izquierda, aproximadamente en ángulo recto.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 123

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-05. Wikimedia original unmodified.

7. Warning for merging traffic from the left

This traffic sign indicates a warning for merging traffic from the left. Traffic travelling in the same general direction may join your traffic stream from the left. Stay alert for entering vehicles and follow the applicable priority signs and local rules.

Warning for merging traffic from the left.

English • Traffic sign SP-21 • Merging traffic from the left. Warns of a junction with vehicles joining from the left.

Español • SP-21 • Incorporación de tránsito desde la izquierda. Advierte una intersección con incorporación de vehículos desde la izquierda.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 126

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-13. Wikimedia original unmodified.

8. Warning for a side road from the right

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a side road from the right. A side road joins the road ahead from the right at an uncontrolled junction. Reduce speed, watch for traffic entering from the side road and follow the applicable default priority rules.

Warning for a side road from the right.

English • Traffic sign SP-13 • Side road on the right. Reduce speed and watch for joining traffic.

Español • SP-13 • Vía lateral derecha. Advierte una vía lateral que se une por la derecha. Reduce la velocidad y observa el tránsito que pueda incorporarse.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 123

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-05. Wikimedia original unmodified.

9. Warning for merging traffic from the right

This traffic sign indicates a warning for merging traffic from the right. Traffic travelling in the same general direction may join your traffic stream from the right. Stay alert for entering vehicles and follow the applicable priority signs and local rules.

Warning for merging traffic from the right.

English • Traffic sign SP-22 • Merging traffic from the right. Warns of a junction with vehicles joining from the right.

Español • SP-22 • Incorporación de tránsito desde la derecha. Advierte una intersección con incorporación de vehículos desde la derecha.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 126

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-13. Wikimedia original unmodified.

10. Warning for a roundabout

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a roundabout. A roundabout lies ahead. Reduce speed and follow the applicable priority signs, traffic signals and local roundabout rules when approaching and entering it.

Warning for a roundabout.

English • Traffic sign SP-20 • Roundabout. Reduce speed and give way when entering.

Español • SP-20 • Glorieta. Advierte la proximidad de una glorieta. Reduce la velocidad y cede el paso al ingresar.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 126

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-05. Wikimedia original unmodified.

11. Warning for a staggered junction

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a staggered junction. Side roads join the main road at different points rather than directly opposite each other. Reduce speed and watch carefully for vehicles entering, leaving or crossing the main road.

Warning for a staggered junction.

English • Traffic sign SP-19 • Staggered junction, first on the right. Two successive side roads join on opposite sides, first right then left.

Español • SP-19 • Intersección escalonada primera a la derecha. Advierte dos empalmes sucesivos a lados alternos de la vía, el primero a la derecha y el siguiente a la izquierda.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 125

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-05. Wikimedia original unmodified.

12. Warning for a staggered junction

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a staggered junction. Side roads join the main road at different points rather than directly opposite each other. Reduce speed and watch carefully for vehicles entering, leaving or crossing the main road.

Warning for a staggered junction.

English • Traffic sign SP-18 • Staggered junction, first on the left. Two successive side roads join on opposite sides, first left then right.

Español • SP-18 • Intersección escalonada primera a la izquierda. Advierte dos empalmes sucesivos a lados alternos de la vía, el primero a la izquierda y el siguiente a la derecha.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 125

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-05. Wikimedia original unmodified.

13. Warning for an uncontrolled T-junction

This traffic sign indicates a warning for an uncontrolled T-junction. The road ends at an intersection where no traffic signs or signals assign priority. Reduce speed and follow the applicable default priority rules.

Warning for an uncontrolled T-junction.

English • Traffic sign SP-14 • T-junction. Warns of a T-shaped junction ahead.

Español • SP-14 • Intersección en T. Advierte la proximidad de una intersección en forma de T.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 124

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-05. Wikimedia original unmodified.

14. Warning for an uncontrolled Y-junction

This traffic sign indicates a warning for an uncontrolled Y-junction. The road divides or meets another road at a Y-shaped intersection where no signs or signals assign priority. Reduce speed and follow the applicable default priority rules.

Warning for an uncontrolled Y-junction.

English • Traffic sign SP-15 • Y-junction. Warns of a Y-shaped fork ahead.

Español • SP-15 • Bifurcación en Y. Advierte la proximidad de una bifurcación de vías en forma de Y.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 124

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-12. Wikimedia original unmodified.

15. Warning for a curve to the left

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a curve to the left. A left-hand bend lies ahead. Reduce speed before entering the curve, maintain your lane position and use smooth steering.

Warning for a curve to the left.

English • Traffic sign SP-03 • Sharp left-hand bend. Reduce speed before entering.

Español • SP-03 • Curva pronunciada a la izquierda. Advierte una curva pronunciada hacia la izquierda. Reduce la velocidad antes de entrar en ella.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 109

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-10. Wikimedia original unmodified.

16. Warning for a curve to the right

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a curve to the right. A right-hand bend lies ahead. Reduce speed before entering the curve, maintain your lane position and use smooth steering.

Warning for a curve to the right.

English • Traffic sign SP-04 • Sharp right-hand bend. Adjust speed before the bend.

Español • SP-04 • Curva pronunciada a la derecha. Advierte una curva hacia la derecha. Adapta la velocidad antes de la curva.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 110

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-10. Wikimedia original unmodified.

17. Warning for a sharp curve to the left

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a sharp curve to the left. A tight left-hand bend lies ahead. Reduce speed before entering the curve, remain within your lane and use smooth steering.

Warning for a sharp curve to the left.

English • Traffic sign SP-01 • Sharp left-hand bend. Reduce speed before entering.

Español • SP-01 • Curva cerrada a la izquierda. Advierte una curva cerrada hacia la izquierda. Reduce la velocidad antes de entrar en ella.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 109

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-06. Wikimedia original unmodified.

18. Warning for a sharp curve to the right

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a sharp curve to the right. A tight right-hand bend lies ahead. Reduce speed before entering the curve, remain within your lane and use smooth steering, particularly when visibility or road grip is reduced.

Warning for a sharp curve to the right.

English • Traffic sign SP-02 • Sharp right-hand bend. Reduce speed in advance.

Español • SP-02 • Curva cerrada a la derecha. Advierte una curva cerrada hacia la derecha. Reduce la velocidad con anticipación.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 109

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-06. Wikimedia original unmodified.

19. Warning for a double curve, first left then right

This traffic sign indicates a warning for successive curves, with the first curve to the left. Reduce speed before entering the winding section, maintain your lane position and be prepared for further changes in direction.

Warning for a double curve, first left then right.

English • Traffic sign SP-09 • Sharp double bend, first to the left. Warns of successive sharp bends, first left then right.

Español • SP-09 • Curva y contracurva pronunciada primera a la izquierda. Advierte dos curvas pronunciadas sucesivas, la primera a la izquierda y la siguiente a la derecha.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 112

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-10. Wikimedia original unmodified.

20. Warning for a double curve, first right then left

This traffic sign indicates a warning for successive curves, with the first curve to the right. Reduce speed before entering the winding section, maintain your lane position and be prepared for further changes in direction.

Warning for a double curve, first right then left.

English • Traffic sign SP-10 • Sharp double bend, first to the right. Warns of successive bends, first right then left.

Español • SP-10 • Curva y contracurva pronunciada primera a la derecha. Advierte dos curvas sucesivas, la primera a la derecha y la siguiente a la izquierda.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 113

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-10. Wikimedia original unmodified.

21. Warning for sharp curves, first left then right

This traffic sign indicates a warning for successive sharp curves, with the first curve to the left. Reduce speed before entering the winding section and be prepared for rapid changes in direction.

Warning for sharp curves, first left then right.

English • Traffic sign SP-05 • Tight double bend, first to the left. Warns of successive tight bends, first left then right.

Español • SP-05 • Curva y contracurva cerrada primera a la izquierda. Advierte dos curvas cerradas sucesivas, la primera a la izquierda y la siguiente a la derecha.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 110

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-10. Wikimedia original unmodified.

22. Warning for sharp curves, first right then left

This traffic sign indicates a warning for successive sharp curves, with the first curve to the right. Reduce speed before entering the winding section and be prepared for rapid changes in direction.

Warning for sharp curves, first right then left.

English • Traffic sign SP-06 • Tight double bend, first to the right. Warns of successive tight bends, first right then left.

Español • SP-06 • Curva y contracurva cerrada primera a la derecha. Advierte dos curvas cerradas sucesivas, la primera a la derecha y la siguiente a la izquierda.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 111

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-10. Wikimedia original unmodified.

23. Warning for curves

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a series of curves. One or more changes in direction lie ahead and may occur in quick succession. Reduce speed before entering the winding section, maintain your lane position and use smooth steering.

Warning for curves.

English • Traffic sign SP-08 • Series of bends, first to the right. Reduce speed and maintain vehicle control.

Español • SP-08 • Zona de curvas sucesivas primera a la derecha. Advierte una sucesión de curvas que comienza hacia la derecha. Reduce la velocidad y mantén el control del vehículo.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 112

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-10. Wikimedia original unmodified.

24. Warning for a road narrowing

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a road narrowing. The available width of the road or carriageway decreases ahead. Reduce speed, maintain sufficient lateral clearance and watch carefully for approaching or adjacent traffic.

Warning for a road narrowing.

English • Traffic sign SP-28 • Road narrows on both sides. Reduce speed and maintain safe lateral clearance.

Español • SP-28 • Reducción de calzada a ambos lados. Advierte que la calzada se estrecha por ambos lados. Reduce la velocidad y conserva una separación lateral segura.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 119

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-13. Wikimedia original unmodified.

25. Warning for a road narrowing on the left

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a road narrowing on the left. The available road width decreases from the left side ahead. Reduce speed, follow the lane markings and maintain sufficient clearance from other traffic and the road edge.

Warning for a road narrowing on the left.

English • Traffic sign SP-30 • Road narrows on the left. Reduce speed and watch for changes in vehicle paths.

Español • SP-30 • Reducción de calzada a la izquierda. Advierte que la calzada se reduce por el lado izquierdo. Disminuye la velocidad y presta atención a los cambios de trayectoria.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 119

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-13. Wikimedia original unmodified.

26. Warning for a road narrowing on the right

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a road narrowing on the right. The available road width decreases from the right side ahead. Reduce speed, follow the lane markings and maintain sufficient clearance from other traffic and the road edge.

Warning for a road narrowing on the right.

English • Traffic sign SP-31 • Road narrows on the right. Watch for vehicles moving sideways.

Español • SP-31 • Reducción de calzada a la derecha. Advierte que la calzada se estrecha por el lado derecho. Presta atención a los vehículos que puedan desplazarse lateralmente.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 119

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-13. Wikimedia original unmodified.

27. Warning for a road with two-way traffic

This traffic sign indicates a warning for two-way traffic. Oncoming traffic will use the same road or carriageway ahead. Keep to the correct side of the road and overtake only where it is permitted and clearly safe.

Warning for a road with two-way traffic.

English • Traffic sign SP-39 • Two-way traffic. Stay on your side and watch for oncoming traffic.

Español • SP-39 • Dos sentidos de tránsito. Advierte que el tramo tiene circulación en ambos sentidos. Mantente en tu lado y presta atención al tránsito contrario.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 131

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-08. Wikimedia original unmodified.

28. Warning for a speed bump

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a speed bump. A raised traffic-calming feature lies ahead. Reduce speed before reaching it to maintain vehicle control and avoid damage or discomfort.

Warning for a speed bump.

English • Traffic sign SP-25 • Road hump ahead. Reduce speed before reaching it.

Español • SP-25 • Proximidad a resalto. Advierte un resalto en la calzada. Reduce la velocidad antes de alcanzarlo.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 116

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-07. Wikimedia original unmodified.

29. Warning for a bad road surface

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a bad or uneven road surface. Potholes, bumps, depressions or other surface irregularities may affect vehicle stability and braking. Reduce speed and avoid sudden manoeuvres.

Warning for a bad road surface.

English • Traffic sign SP-24 • Corrugated surface. Warns of successive surface irregularities. Reduce speed to maintain control.

Español • SP-24 • Superficie rizada. Advierte irregularidades sucesivas en la superficie de la vía. Reduce la velocidad para mantener el control del vehículo.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 115

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.

30. Warning for a dip in the road

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a dip in the road. A sudden depression in the road surface lies ahead and may affect vehicle stability or visibility. Reduce speed before reaching the dip and be prepared for water or other hazards that may collect in the lowered section.

Warning for a dip in the road.

English • Traffic sign SP-26 • Depression. Warns of a transverse depression in the carriageway. Reduce speed before crossing it.

Español • SP-26 • Depresión. Advierte una depresión transversal en la calzada. Reduce la velocidad antes de pasar por ella.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 118

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-07. Wikimedia original unmodified.

31. Warning for a steep descent

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a steep descent. A steep downhill gradient lies ahead and the vehicle may gain speed quickly. Reduce speed before the descent, select a suitable gear and use engine braking where appropriate. Allow extra distance for heavy or towing vehicles.

Warning for a steep descent.

English • Traffic sign SP-27 · family • Steep descent. Reduce speed and control the descent to avoid overheating the brakes. The drawing gives no gradient percentage and is mirrored relative to the manual's example. The descent warning is identified without assigning a numerical gradient.

Español • SP-27 · familia • Pendiente fuerte de descenso. Advierte una pendiente fuerte de descenso. Reduce la velocidad y controla el descenso para evitar el recalentamiento de los frenos. El dibujo no indica el porcentaje de la pendiente y está orientado en espejo respecto al ejemplo del manual. Se identifica la advertencia de descenso, sin asignar una pendiente numérica.

32. Warning for a tunnel

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a tunnel. Driving conditions may change at the tunnel entrance because of reduced light, limited visibility or restricted space. Reduce speed when necessary and follow the applicable rules for vehicle lighting, stopping, overtaking and lane use.

Warning for a tunnel.

English • Traffic sign SP-37 • Tunnel. Prepare for lighting changes and observe the entrance signs.

Español • SP-37 • Túnel. Advierte la proximidad de un túnel. Prepárate para los cambios de iluminación y respeta la señalización del acceso.

Sources

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🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 140

Replacement SVG: Commons.wikimedia.org • Wikimedia Commons original • Gobierno de Chile • Public domain • Original revision 2012-12-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.

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33. Warning for traffic lights ahead

This traffic sign indicates a warning for traffic lights ahead. Traffic signals are located ahead and may not be visible early enough without advance warning. Reduce speed and be prepared to stop if the signal requires it.

Warning for traffic lights ahead.

English • Traffic sign SP-23 • Traffic signals ahead. Prepare to reduce speed or stop according to the signal.

Español • SP-23 • Proximidad de semáforo. Advierte que hay un semáforo más adelante. Prepárate para reducir la velocidad o detenerte según su indicación.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 130

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-06. Wikimedia original unmodified.

34. Warning for falling rocks

This traffic sign indicates a warning for falling rocks. Rocks or stones may fall from nearby slopes or may already be lying on the road. Reduce speed, scan the road ahead and be prepared to avoid or stop for fallen material.

Warning for falling rocks.

English • Traffic sign SP-42 • Rockfall area. Rocks or other material may fall onto the road. Reduce speed and watch the carriageway.

Español • SP-42 • Zona de desprendimiento de rocas. Advierte una zona donde pueden caer rocas u otros materiales sobre la vía. Reduce la velocidad y observa la calzada.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 141

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-10. Wikimedia original unmodified.

35. Warning for loose chippings on the road surface

This traffic sign indicates a warning for loose chippings. Loose stones or gravel may reduce tyre grip and can be thrown up by passing vehicles. Reduce speed, increase your following distance and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering movements.

Warning for loose chippings on the road surface.

English • Traffic sign SP-71 · family • Loose chippings. Tyres may throw up chippings. Reduce speed and increase following distance. The drawing uses two vehicles while the manual's example shows one. The sign family is identified without confirming this exact version.

Español • SP-71 · familia • Proyección de gravilla. Advierte gravilla que puede ser proyectada por los neumáticos. Reduce la velocidad y aumenta la distancia con otros vehículos. El dibujo utiliza dos vehículos, mientras el ejemplo del manual muestra uno. Se identifica la familia Proyección de gravilla, sin confirmar esta variante exacta.

36. Warning for accidents

This traffic sign indicates a warning for accidents. It warns drivers of an accident hazard or an accident affecting the road ahead. Reduce speed, increase your following distance and be prepared for stopped traffic, emergency services or an obstruction.

Warning for accidents.

English • Traffic sign SP-67 • Accident risk. Warns of a section or junction with frequent road crashes. Reduce speed and take extra care.

Español • SP-67 • Riesgo de siniestro. Advierte la proximidad de un sector o intersección donde se registran siniestros viales con frecuencia. Reduce la velocidad y extrema la precaución.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 141

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.

37. Warning for a slippery road surface

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a slippery road surface. The road ahead may provide reduced tyre grip because of water, ice, mud, oil or another surface condition. Reduce speed and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering movements.

Warning for a slippery road surface.

English • Traffic sign SP-44 • Slippery surface. Avoid harsh braking, acceleration or steering changes.

Español • SP-44 • Superficie deslizante. Advierte que el pavimento puede ser resbaladizo. Evita frenadas, aceleraciones y cambios de dirección bruscos.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 141

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-10. Wikimedia original unmodified.

38. Warning for a height restriction

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a height restriction. The available clearance ahead is limited, for example at a bridge, tunnel or other overhead structure. Drivers of tall vehicles should check their vehicle height and use another route if the vehicle cannot pass safely.

Warning for a height restriction.

English • Traffic sign SP-50 • Available height: 4.50 m. A 4.50 m restriction is ahead. Check the vehicle's overall height including the load.

Español • SP-50 • Altura libre: 4,50 m. Advierte una restricción de altura de 4,50 metros más adelante. Comprueba la altura total del vehículo y de su carga.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 122

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-10. Wikimedia original unmodified.

39. Warning for a weight restriction

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a weight restriction. A maximum permitted vehicle weight applies ahead. Drivers of heavy vehicles should check the applicable vehicle weight and use another route if the limit would be exceeded.

Warning for a weight restriction.

English • Traffic sign SP-38 • Maximum permitted gross vehicle mass: 20 tonnes. Warns of a structure with a 20-tonne gross mass limit. Check vehicle and load mass.

Español • SP-38 • Peso máximo bruto vehicular permitido: 20 toneladas. Advierte una estructura vial donde el peso bruto total permitido es de 20 toneladas. Comprueba el peso del vehículo y de su carga.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 121

Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Source revision 2017-09-07. Wikimedia original unmodified.

40. Warning for a width restriction

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a width restriction. The available passage ahead is limited in width. Drivers of wide vehicles should check their vehicle width and use another route if the vehicle cannot pass safely.

Warning for a width restriction.

English • Traffic sign SP-51 • Available width: 3.20 m. A 3.20 m restriction is ahead. Check the vehicle's overall width including the load.

Español • SP-51 • Ancho libre: 3,20 m. Advierte una restricción de ancho de 3,20 metros más adelante. Comprueba el ancho total del vehículo y de su carga.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 122

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-10. Wikimedia original unmodified.

41. Warning for a narrowing

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a narrowing ahead. The available road width decreases ahead. Reduce speed when necessary and be prepared for less lateral space between vehicles, obstacles or the road edge.

Warning for a narrowing.

English • Traffic sign SP-36 • Narrow bridge. Reduce speed and watch for oncoming traffic.

Español • SP-36 • Puente angosto. Advierte la proximidad de un puente de ancho reducido. Disminuye la velocidad y presta atención al tránsito contrario.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 121

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-12. Wikimedia original unmodified.

42. Warning for an obstacle, pass either side

This traffic sign indicates a warning for an obstacle that may be passed on either side. A fixed obstacle or traffic island lies ahead. Pass on either permitted side while following the lane markings and any additional signs.

Warning for an obstacle, pass either side.

English • Traffic sign SP-55A • Divider begins — one-way traffic. A central divider or island channels traffic in one direction.

Español • SP-55A • Iniciación de separador: un sentido. Advierte el inicio de un separador central o isla que canaliza la circulación en un solo sentido.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 138

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-14. Wikimedia original unmodified.

43. Warning for a divided road

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a divided road. The road ahead separates into carriageways for opposing directions of traffic, usually divided by a central reservation or traffic island. Follow the lane markings and adjust your position to the new road layout.

Warning for a divided road.

English • Traffic sign SP-55 • Divider begins — two-way traffic. A central divider or island channels traffic in both directions.

Español • SP-55 • Iniciación de separador: dos sentidos. Advierte el inicio de un separador central o isla que canaliza la circulación en dos sentidos.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 138

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-14. Wikimedia original unmodified.

44. Warning for the end of a divided road

This traffic sign indicates a warning for the end of a divided road. The separation between opposing directions of traffic ends ahead, and oncoming traffic will no longer be divided by a central reservation. Reduce speed and adjust to the new road layout.

Warning for the end of a divided road.

English • Traffic sign SP-56 • Divided two-way road ends. The central divider ends and two-way traffic continues.

Español • SP-56 • Terminación de vía con separador: dos sentidos. Advierte que termina el separador central y continúa la circulación en dos sentidos.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 138

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-14. Wikimedia original unmodified.

45. Warning for two roads that merge

This traffic sign indicates a warning for two roads that merge. Two traffic streams join ahead. Adjust your speed and position, maintain a safe gap and be prepared for vehicles merging into the traffic flow.

Warning for two roads that merge.

English • Traffic sign SP-56A • Divided one-way road ends. The central divider ends and one-way traffic continues.

Español • SP-56A • Terminación de vía con separador: un sentido. Advierte que termina el separador central y continúa la circulación en un solo sentido.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 139

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-14. Wikimedia original unmodified.

46. Warning for an unpaved road surface

This traffic sign indicates a warning for an unpaved road surface. The paved surface ends or changes to gravel, dirt or another loose material. Reduce speed and be prepared for reduced grip, uneven surfaces, dust and loose stones.

Warning for an unpaved road surface.

English • Traffic sign SP-57 • Paved surface ends. An unpaved road begins. Reduce speed before the surface changes.

Español • SP-57 • Final del pavimento. Advierte que termina el tramo pavimentado y comienza una vía sin pavimento. Reduce la velocidad antes del cambio de superficie.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 118

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-06. Wikimedia original unmodified.

47. Warning for cattle on the road

This traffic sign indicates a warning for cattle. Cattle or other livestock may be crossing, walking along or standing near the road. Reduce speed, be prepared to stop and avoid sudden movements or unnecessary use of the horn that could startle the animals.

Warning for cattle on the road.

English • Traffic sign SP-49 • Animals on the road. Animals may be present; this drawing shows livestock. Reduce speed and be prepared to stop.

Español • SP-49 • Presencia de animales en la vía. Advierte la posible presencia de animales en la vía; en este dibujo, ganado. Reduce la velocidad y prepárate para detenerte.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 137
🔗 Mintransporte.gov.co • Fe de erratas 2025, apartado C, página PDF 2

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-07. Wikimedia original unmodified.

48. Warning for a playground

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a playground. Children may be playing close to the road and may enter or cross it unexpectedly. Reduce speed, watch the roadside carefully and be prepared to stop.

Warning for a playground.

English • Traffic sign SP-48 · family • Children playing. Children may be playing near the road. Reduce speed and take extra care. The drawing has a yellow background; the current manual requires fluorescent yellow-green. The family is identified without claiming compliance of the colour shown.

Español • SP-48 · familia • Niños jugando. Advierte una zona donde pueden aparecer niños jugando cerca de la vía. Reduce la velocidad y extrema la precaución. El dibujo tiene fondo amarillo. El manual vigente exige amarillo verde fluorescente para esta señal; se identifica la familia, sin afirmar conformidad del color mostrado.

49. Warning for children

This traffic sign indicates a warning for children. Children may be present on or near the road and may cross unexpectedly. Reduce speed, scan both sides of the road carefully and be prepared to stop.

Warning for children.

English • Traffic sign SP-47 · family • School zone. A school and possible pupils are nearby. Reduce speed and pay particular attention to pedestrians. The drawing is a yellow diamond; the current manual shows a fluorescent yellow-green pentagonal school sign. The family is identified without claiming this design complies.

Español • SP-47 · familia • Zona escolar. Advierte la proximidad de una escuela y la posible presencia de escolares. Reduce la velocidad y presta especial atención a los peatones. El dibujo es un rombo amarillo. El manual vigente muestra una señal escolar pentagonal de amarillo verde fluorescente; se identifica la familia Zona escolar, sin afirmar conformidad de este diseño.

50. Warning for pedestrians

This traffic sign indicates a warning for pedestrians. Pedestrians may be walking near or crossing the road ahead. Reduce speed, watch carefully and be prepared to stop.

Warning for pedestrians.

English • Traffic sign SP-46 · family • Pedestrian area. Pedestrians may be present. Reduce speed and watch for people entering the carriageway. The drawing has a yellow background; the current manual requires fluorescent yellow-green. The family is identified without claiming compliance of the colour shown.

Español • SP-46 · familia • Zona de peatones. Advierte una zona con presencia de peatones. Reduce la velocidad y presta atención a quienes puedan entrar en la calzada. El dibujo tiene fondo amarillo. El manual vigente exige amarillo verde fluorescente para esta señal; se identifica la familia, sin afirmar conformidad del color mostrado.