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An introduction to the traffic rules and road signs of Peru. Learn about driving, road safety and much more in our illustrated book, with answers to frequently asked questions.

For informational purposes only. Always follow official regulations. Some content and images were created with AI assistance.

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4. Driving licence

A driving licence is an official document authorising a person to drive one or more specified categories of motor vehicle. It may contain conditions, restrictions, category codes and expiry dates that determine which vehicles the holder may drive.

Drivers must hold a licence that is valid for the vehicle category and jurisdiction concerned. A licence may be provisional, full, restricted, suspended or withdrawn, and additional qualifications may be required for professional driving.

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Front of a Peruvian driving licence.
Wikimedia.org • GORE Callao • CC0
Which driving-licence entitlement is needed for an ordinary car in Peru?

In Peru, private passenger cars generally require the appropriate Class A-I driving licence. A different entitlement may be needed for motorcycles, heavy vehicles, trailers or passenger transport.

🔗 sat.gob.pe • Peru National Traffic Regulations — Article 107, valid class/category; MTC current category and foreign-driver guidance

🔗 gob.pe • MTC — official licence categories, A-I private cars

🔗 gob.pe • MTC — foreign-driver recognition guidance, 19 February 2026, six months subject to applicable ratified convention

Can a visitor drive in Peru using a driving licence issued abroad?

The Transport Ministry states that foreign visitors may use a valid licence from their own country during the first six months of their stay where an applicable international convention has been signed and ratified. Check recognition for your issuing country, licence category and status before driving. Do not assume the rule covers every foreign licence or permits continued driving indefinitely; a Peruvian entitlement or exchange may be needed afterwards.

🔗 sat.gob.pe • Peru National Traffic Regulations — Article 107, valid class/category; MTC current category and foreign-driver guidance

🔗 gob.pe • MTC — official licence categories, A-I private cars

🔗 gob.pe • MTC — foreign-driver recognition guidance, 19 February 2026, six months subject to applicable ratified convention

Does an International Driving Permit replace the original licence in Peru?

No. An International Driving Permit accompanies the underlying valid driving licence; it does not replace it. Carry both when using an IDP, and check which permit or translation is accepted for your licence and visit.

🔗 gov.uk • UK Government, IDPs and underlying driving licences

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