Driving schools in Chile
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Cities in Chile
Santiago
Valparaíso
Concepción
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Driving rules & facts
Drive on the Right
Chile uses right-hand traffic. Overtake on the left. On multi-lane roads, use the right lane for slower traffic. Roundabouts flow anti-clockwise.
Ley Emilia (Zero Tolerance)
BAC limit of 0.03% for private drivers and 0.00% for professionals. Causing death while intoxicated carries a mandatory minimum 1-year prison sentence under Ley 20.770. Named after 9-month-old Emilia Silva Figueroa, killed by a drunk driver in 2013.
Mandatory Seatbelts
Seatbelts mandatory for all occupants (front and rear). Children under 12 must sit in the rear. Children under 9 must use age-appropriate child restraint systems (sillas infantiles). Infants under 2 must use rear-facing seats.
Revisión Técnica
All vehicles must pass an annual technical inspection (revisión técnica) at authorized plants. New vehicles are exempt for the first 2 years. Inspection covers emissions, brakes, lights, tyres, and safety equipment.
SOAP Insurance
Seguro Obligatorio de Accidentes Personales (mandatory personal accident insurance) is required for all vehicles. Covers injury to third parties. Must be current alongside the revisión técnica. No SOAP = vehicle cannot circulate legally.
TAG Electronic Toll
Santiago's urban motorways use TAG electronic toll collection. Vehicles must have a TAG transponder for Costanera Norte, Vespucio Express, Autopista Central, and others. Non-TAG vehicles using autopistas receive invoices with surcharges. TAG is expanding to interurban highways.
How to get your driving license in Chile
Everything you need to know about enrolling in a driving school and getting your Clase B license in Chile.
Typical cost
CLP 200,000–CLP 400,000Total driving school cost including lessons and materials
Prices vary by school, location, and number of lessons needed.
Typical lessons needed
~1545-minute lessons on average
Mandatory theory hours
No mandatory hours.You can study independently and take the exam when ready.
Mandatory practical hours
No mandatory hours.Your instructor will recommend how many lessons you need.
License requirements in Chile
Theory test languages
The CONASET theory test is available in these languages:
- Spanish
Tips for choosing a driving school in Chile
- Compare prices from at least 3 schools before enrolling. The cheapest option is not always the best — check what is included in the package.
- Ask schools about their pass rates. A higher pass rate often indicates better instruction quality.
- If Chile's official language is not your first language, ask if the school offers instruction or materials in your language.
Source: Comisión Nacional de Seguridad de Tránsito · Last updated:
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