The renewal of the driver’s license in Chile under the new decree requires the presentation of a series of specific documents. Since last Monday, the regulation of Extension of driver’s licenses came into force, which allows the partial extension of the validity of this document mandatory.
The authority has established different deadlines to renew the licenses expired or about to expire, depending on the year of expiration. If your license expired in 2020 or 2021, you will need to renew it in 2023. For those licenses that expired in 2022, the renewal will then be in 2024.
If you license If it expires in 2023, you’ll need to renew it in 2024. Finally, licenses that expire in 2024 will need to be renewed in 2025. It’s important to keep these deadlines in mind to ensure you meet your renewal at the right time.
According to the information provided by ChileAtiende, the documents necessary for the driver’s license renewal remain consistent. In the case of the renewal corresponding to the year 2023, you must present the following documents mandatory:
- License Previous driver’s license: It is essential to have the previous driver’s license, since it will be required as part of the renewal process.
- Identity card: You must present your updated identity card to verify your identity and corroborate your personal data.
- Psychotechnical test, reflection and vision: It will be necessary to take a psychotechnical test to evaluate your mental and emotional aptitude to drive. In addition, reflex tests and vision assessments will be carried out to ensure that you meet the road safety requirements.
- Theoretical exam (only for professional licenses).
