Ecuador

No, tourists do not need a license to drive a car in Ecuador.

• Speed Limitations:
  • In urban areas: 50 km/h (31 mph)
  • Outside urban areas: 90 km/h (56 mph)
  • Highways: 100 km/h (62 mph)
• Mobile Phones Use:
  • It is illegal to use a mobile phone while driving, unless with a hands-free system.
  • Texting or using any mobile application while driving is strictly prohibited.
• Drunk Driving:
  • The legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit is 0.03%. Exceeding this limit is considered drunk driving.
  • Penalties for drunk driving include fines, suspension of driver's license, and possible imprisonment.
• Insurance:
  • Valid insurance coverage is mandatory for all vehicles.
  • Third-party liability insurance is required, which covers damages or injuries caused to another party in an accident.
  • Additional comprehensive coverage is optional but recommended.
• Age Limitations:
  • The minimum age to obtain a driver's license in Ecuador is 18 years old.
  • Drivers under 21 years old face additional restrictions, such as lower alcohol tolerance limits.