Argentina

🚗 Do tourists need a license to drive a car in Argentina?

Yes, tourists need a license to drive a car in Argentina. You can obtain the license with your valid driver's license from your country of origin at any municipal office.

  • Yes, tourists need a license to drive in Argentina.
  • You can obtain the license with your valid driver's license from your country of origin at any municipal office.

🚓 Driver rules in Argentina

Here are the driver rules in Argentina:

  • Speed Limitations: In urban areas, the speed limit is 40 km/h (25 mph) and 60 km/h (37 mph) on main roads. On highways, the speed limit is generally 110 km/h (68 mph).
  • Mobile Phone Use: It is not allowed to use a mobile phone while driving, even with a hands-free system.
  • Drunk Driving: The legal alcohol limit in Argentina is 0.5 g/l of blood. Driving under the influence of drugs is strictly prohibited.
  • Insurance: It is compulsory to have liability insurance (seguro de responsabilidad civil).
  • Age Limitations: The legal age to drive in Argentina is 18 years old. Foreigners can use their domestic driving license for up to one year in Argentina.