QuizTraffic signsColombia

Test your knowledge with our multiple-choice quiz. Learn from each answer and improve your understanding of the traffic rules and road signs of Colombia.

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What does this traffic sign mean?

1. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mandatory path for pedestrians.
Crossing for pedestrians.
Start of a zone for pedestrians.
✓ 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.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

2. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Road with one-way traffic.
Turning left mandatory.
No entry.
Road with two-way traffic.

This traffic sign indicates a road with one-way traffic. Drivers may travel only in the permitted direction.

English • Traffic sign SR-38 • One-way direction. Shows the authorised direction, to the left in this drawing.

Español • SR-38 • Sentido único de circulación. Indica el sentido de circulación autorizado en la vía; hacia la izquierda en este dibujo.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 91

Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Source revision 2017-08-31. Wikimedia original unmodified.

What does this traffic sign mean?

3. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for roadworks.
End of the tunnel.
Pedestrians and cyclists prohibited.
✓ 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.

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

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 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.

Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Gobierno de Chile • Public domain • Source revision 2012-12-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.

What does this traffic sign mean?

4. What does this traffic sign mean?

Parking and stopping prohibited.
Start of a parking zone.
✓ Parking allowed.
Parking prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that parking is allowed. Vehicles may be parked in the area covered by the sign subject to any indicated conditions, restrictions or local parking rules.

English • Traffic sign SI-07 • Parking place. Points towards authorised parking, to the right in this drawing.

Español • SI-07 • Sitio de parqueo. Indica la dirección de un lugar autorizado para parquear; hacia la derecha en este dibujo.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 186

Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Source revision 2017-10-13. Wikimedia original unmodified.

What does this traffic sign mean?

5. What does this traffic sign mean?

Start of a zone for cyclists.
Mandatory path for cyclists.
✓ Warning for cyclists.
Crossing for cyclists.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for cyclists. Cyclists may be riding along or crossing the road ahead. Reduce speed, watch carefully for cyclists and maintain the passing distance required by the applicable local rules.

English • Traffic sign SP-59 · family • Cyclists on the road. Reduce speed and leave safe clearance when passing them. The drawing has a yellow background and omits the safe lateral passing-distance plate. The current manual requires fluorescent yellow-green and that plate. The family is identified without claiming a complete sign.

Español • SP-59 · familia • Ciclistas en la vía. Advierte la posible presencia de ciclistas. Reduce la velocidad y deja una separación segura al pasar junto a ellos. El dibujo tiene fondo amarillo y no incluye la placa de distancia lateral de seguridad. El manual vigente exige amarillo verde fluorescente y esa placa; se identifica la familia, sin afirmar que el dibujo sea una señal completa.

What does this traffic sign mean?

6. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a U-turn.
✓ Warning for curves.
Warning for a curve to the left.
Turning right and left mandatory.

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.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

7. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a roundabout.
Driving straight ahead prohibited.
✓ Warning for a staggered junction.
Start of a priority road.

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.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

8. What does this traffic sign mean?

Entry prohibited.
Parking allowed.
Pedestrians and cyclists prohibited.
✓ Parking and stopping prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that parking and stopping are prohibited. Vehicles may not stop or park voluntarily where the restriction applies, except where an applicable rule provides an exemption or stopping is required by traffic conditions.

English • Traffic sign SR-28A • No parking or stopping. Applies from the sign to the next junction unless a supplementary legend specifies other conditions or scope.

Español • SR-28A • Prohibido parquear o detenerse. Prohíbe parquear y detenerse a partir de la señal hasta la siguiente intersección, salvo las condiciones o el alcance indicados por una leyenda complementaria.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 79

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-08-29. Wikimedia original unmodified.

What does this traffic sign mean?

9. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for an obstacle, pass either side.
Warning for a road narrowing.
Road with two-way traffic.
Warning for a road with one-way traffic.

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.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

10. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for two roads that merge.
Warning for a road with two-way traffic.
Overview of the lanes and their direction.
Warning for a road narrowing.

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.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

11. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for loose chippings on the road surface.
Warning for a movable bridge.
Pedestrians and cyclists prohibited.
✓ 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.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

12. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Mandatory path for cyclists.
Crossing for cyclists.
Cars prohibited.
Warning for cyclists.

This traffic sign indicates a mandatory path for cyclists. Cyclists must use the designated path where the sign applies. Other road users may use the path only where the applicable signs or local rules permit them to do so.

English • Traffic sign SRC-06 • Cycle infrastructure. The facility is exclusively for cyclists.

Español • SRC-06 • Ciclo-infraestructura. Indica que la infraestructura es de uso exclusivo para la circulación de ciclistas.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 547

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-08-28. Wikimedia original unmodified.

What does this traffic sign mean?

13. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a height restriction.
Warning for a speed limit.
✓ Warning for a weight restriction.
Warning for a length 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.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

14. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Horsecarts prohibited.
Warning for horses.
Warning for equestrians.
Handcarts prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that horsecarts are prohibited. Horse-drawn vehicles may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.

English • Traffic sign SR-25 • No animal-drawn vehicles. These vehicles are prohibited on the signed road.

Español • SR-25 • Prohibida circulación de vehículos de tracción animal. Prohíbe la circulación de vehículos de tracción animal por la vía señalizada.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 76

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-08-29. Wikimedia original unmodified.

What does this traffic sign mean?

15. What does this traffic sign mean?

Turning left mandatory.
✓ Pass obstacle on the left.
Passing right mandatory.
Turning left prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that traffic must pass an obstacle on the left. Keep to the left of the obstacle and follow any accompanying signs or road markings.

English • Traffic sign SR-45 • Pass the traffic divider on the left. Continue to the left of the divider, island or other channelising feature.

Español • SR-45 • Indicación de separador de tránsito a la izquierda. Obliga a continuar por el lado izquierdo del separador, isla u otro elemento que canaliza el tránsito.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 93

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-01. Wikimedia original unmodified.

What does this traffic sign mean?

16. What does this traffic sign mean?

Passing right prohibited.
Passing left mandatory.
✓ Pass obstacle on the right.
Turning right prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that traffic must pass an obstacle on the right. Keep to the right of the obstacle and follow any accompanying signs or road markings.

English • Traffic sign SR-46 • Pass the traffic divider on the right. Continue to the right of the divider, island or other channelising feature.

Español • SR-46 • Indicación de separador de tránsito a la derecha. Obliga a continuar por el lado derecho del separador, isla u otro elemento que canaliza el tránsito.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 93

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-01. Wikimedia original unmodified.

What does this traffic sign mean?

17. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for heavy crosswind.
Warning for a slippery road surface.
✓ Warning for accidents.
Warning for a quayside or riverbank.

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.

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.

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18. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Turning left mandatory.
Warning for a curve to the left.
Turning right mandatory.
Passing left mandatory.

This traffic sign indicates that turning left is mandatory at the junction ahead. Traffic must turn left and may not continue straight ahead or turn right.

English • Traffic sign SR-05 • Left turn only. Turning left is the only permitted movement in the indicated lane or lanes.

Español • SR-05 • Giro a la izquierda solamente. Indica que el único movimiento permitido en el carril o los carriles señalizados es girar a la izquierda.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 88

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-08-25. Wikimedia original unmodified.

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19. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for a side road from the right.
Give way to traffic from the right.
Start of a priority road.
Warning for a curve to 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.

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.

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20. What does this traffic sign mean?

Stop and give way to traffic from the right.
✓ Stop and give way.
Parking and stopping prohibited.
Stop and give way to cyclists.

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.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

21. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.
Warning for a traffic bump.
Warning for traffic lights.
Start of a priority road.

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.

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.

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22. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for loose chippings on the road surface.
Warning for snow.
Warning for a double curve, first left then right.
✓ 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.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

23. What does this traffic sign mean?

Start of a priority road.
✓ Give way.
End of the priority road.
Give way to traffic from the right.

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.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

24. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for traffic lights ahead.
Warning for a movable bridge.
Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.
Warning for a railway crossing.

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.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

25. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for a side road from the left.
Warning for an obstacle, pass left.
Warning for a road narrowing on the left.
Warning for a curve to 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.

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.

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26. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for a double curve, first left then right.
Warning for a steep descent.
Warning for a steep ascent.
Warning for a double curve, first right then left.

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.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

27. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a railway crossing with barriers.
✓ Warning for a railway crossing without barriers.
Start of a motorway.
Entry prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a railway crossing without barriers. It alerts drivers to an upcoming level crossing where railway tracks cross the road and no barriers or gates are present to stop traffic. Drivers should slow down and look both ways for trains.

English • Traffic sign SP-52 • Railway level crossing without barriers. Approach carefully and check that no train is approaching.

Español • SP-52 • Cruce ferroviario a nivel sin barrera. Advierte un cruce ferroviario a nivel sin barreras. Acércate con precaución y comprueba que no se aproxime un tren.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 127

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

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28. What does this traffic sign mean?

Overtaking allowed.
✓ Overtaking prohibited.
Start of a motorway.
Warning for two-way traffic.

This traffic sign indicates that overtaking is prohibited. The vehicles covered by the prohibition and any categories that may still be overtaken depend on the applicable local rules.

English • Traffic sign SR-26 • No overtaking. Prohibits the overtaking manoeuvre represented by the sign.

Español • SR-26 • No adelantar. Prohíbe la maniobra de adelantamiento indicada por la señal.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 71

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-08-29. Wikimedia original unmodified.

What does this traffic sign mean?

29. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a road with one-way traffic.
Warning for roadworks.
✓ Warning for a road with two-way traffic.
Warning for a road narrowing.

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.

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.

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30. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for a speed bump.
Warning for a bad road surface.
Dip in the road.
Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.

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.

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.

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31. What does this traffic sign mean?

Turning right mandatory.
Warning for a steep descent.
Warning for traffic jams.
✓ 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.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

32. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a steep descent.
✓ Warning for sharp curves, first left then right.
Warning for a double curve, first right then left.
Warning for a steep ascent.

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.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

33. What does this traffic sign mean?

Vehicles higher than indicated prohibited.
Vehicles longer than indicated prohibited.
✓ Vehicles heavier than indicated prohibited.
Vehicles wider than indicated prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that vehicles heavier than indicated are prohibited. Vehicles or vehicle combinations exceeding the displayed mass limit may not continue beyond the sign. The legally relevant mass is determined by the applicable local rules.

English • Traffic sign SR-31 • Maximum permitted gross mass: 20 tonnes. Limits total vehicle mass including the load to 20 tonnes.

Español • SR-31 • Peso máximo bruto permitido: 20 toneladas. Limita el peso bruto total del vehículo, incluida la carga, a 20 toneladas.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 85

Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Source revision 2017-08-30. Wikimedia original unmodified.

What does this traffic sign mean?

34. What does this traffic sign mean?

Stop and give way ahead.
✓ Give way ahead.
Parking prohibited.
Give way to traffic from the right.

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.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

35. What does this traffic sign mean?

General information about the directions.
Junction layout, directions and destinations.
✓ Information about the directions of the roundabout.
Detour directions at the intersection.

This traffic sign gives information about directions at a roundabout. The diagram shows the available exits and the destinations reached from them.

English • Traffic sign SI-05B • Roundabout destinations. Shows exit destinations. In this example, the airport is straight ahead, Calle 26 is left and the centre is right.

Español • SI-05B • Destinos en glorieta. Muestra los destinos de las salidas de una glorieta. En este ejemplo, el aeropuerto se indica hacia adelante, Calle 26 hacia la izquierda y el centro hacia la derecha.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 157

Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Government of Colombia • Public domain • Source revision 2018-08-26. Wikimedia original unmodified.

What does this traffic sign mean?

36. What does this traffic sign mean?

End of the road with one-way traffic.
End of mandatory path for pedestrians.
End of a lane.
✓ 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.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

37. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for curves.
Warning for two roads that merge.
✓ Warning for an uncontrolled Y-junction.
Priority at the 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.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

38. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mandatory lane for cars.
✓ Cars prohibited.
Entry prohibited.
Motorcycles prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that cars are prohibited. Cars may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.

English • Traffic sign SR-16 • No motor vehicles. All types of motor vehicles are prohibited, not only passenger cars.

Español • SR-16 • Prohibida circulación de vehículos automotores. Prohíbe la circulación de toda clase de vehículos motorizados. La prohibición no se limita a los automóviles.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 74

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-08-27. Wikimedia original unmodified.

What does this traffic sign mean?

39. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a road with one-way traffic.
✓ Warning for the end of a divided road.
End of cycle highway.
Warning for a road narrowing.

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.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

40. What does this traffic sign mean?

Vehicles heavier than indicated prohibited.
Trucks and buses prohibited.
Vehicles longer than indicated prohibited.
✓ Vehicles higher than indicated prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that vehicles higher than indicated are prohibited. A vehicle or vehicle combination whose overall height, including its load, exceeds the displayed limit may not continue beyond the sign.

English • Traffic sign SR-32 • Maximum permitted height: 4.50 m. Vehicles exceeding 4.50 m overall height including the load must not pass.

Español • SR-32 • Altura máxima permitida: 4,50 m. Prohíbe el paso de vehículos cuya altura total, incluida la carga, exceda de 4,50 metros.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 86

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-08-30. Wikimedia original unmodified.

What does this traffic sign mean?

41. What does this traffic sign mean?

Turning left mandatory.
✓ Turning right mandatory.
Warning for a curve to the left.
Turning right prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that turning right is mandatory at the junction ahead. Traffic must turn right and may not continue straight ahead or turn left.

English • Traffic sign SR-07 • Right turn only. Turning right is the only permitted movement in the indicated lane or lanes.

Español • SR-07 • Giro a la derecha solamente. Indica que el único movimiento permitido en el carril o los carriles señalizados es girar a la derecha.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 89

SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-08-25. Wikimedia original unmodified.

What does this traffic sign mean?

42. What does this traffic sign mean?

Parking prohibited.
Warning for a slippery road surface.
Warning for a soft verge.
✓ 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.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

43. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for falling rocks.
Warning for heavy crosswind.
Warning for a soft verge.
Warning for a quayside or riverbank.

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.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

44. What does this traffic sign mean?

Crossing for pedestrians.
Pedestrians prohibited.
✓ Warning for children.
Children prohibited.

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.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

45. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a road with one-way traffic.
Dead end street.
✓ Warning for a road narrowing on the left.
Warning for a road with two-way traffic.

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.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

46. What does this traffic sign mean?

Start of a tunnel.
Warning for traffic lights.
Warning for heavy crosswind.
✓ Warning for a railway crossing with one track.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a railway crossing with one track. It alerts drivers to a level crossing where a single railway track crosses the road. Drivers should approach with caution and be prepared to stop, even if no barriers or warning lights are active.

What does this traffic sign mean?

47. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for tractors.
Warning for a railway crossing.
Tractors prohibited.
Warning for a dirt road.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for tractors or other agricultural vehicles. Slow-moving agricultural vehicles may enter, cross or travel along the road ahead. Reduce speed and overtake only where it is permitted and clearly safe.

English • Traffic sign SP-45 • Agricultural machinery. Prepare for slow or larger vehicles on the road.

Español • SP-45 • Maquinaria agrícola en la vía. Advierte la posible presencia de maquinaria agrícola en la vía. Prepárate para vehículos lentos o de mayor tamaño.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 132

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

What does this traffic sign mean?

48. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a roundabout.
Warning for a double curve, first right then left.
✓ Warning for a staggered junction.
Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.

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.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

49. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a roundabout.
✓ Stop and give way ahead.
Driving straight ahead prohibited.
Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.

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.

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.

What does this traffic sign mean?

50. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a curve to the right.
Warning for a steep descent.
Warning for traffic jams.
✓ 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.

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.