Argentina 2026 Driving Rule Changes
Official Source: Agencia Nacional de Seguridad Vial (ANSV)
Last Updated: 1 February 2026
Summary
Argentina transforms its traffic system in 2026 with a new digital driver license without printed expiration dates, simplified VTV (vehicle inspection) rules exempting newer cars, fully digital license processes through the Mi Argentina app, and new fine prescription periods.
Key Changes
Digital Driver License Without Expiration Date
Effective 1 January 2026
Physical license with expiration date
Licencia Nacional de Conducir issued as physical card with printed expiration date; in-person renewal required
Digital license, no printed expiration
Private driver licenses (classes A, B, G) no longer have a printed expiration date; license is primarily digital via Mi Argentina app; only psychophysical certificate needs renewal
Official Source: ANSV Licencia Nacional
Instructor's Tip
“The Licencia Nacional de Conducir is going digital. For private drivers (classes A, B, G), there is no printed expiration date. Instead, you renew your psychophysical fitness certificate: every 5 years for ages 21-65, every 3 years for 65-70, and annually over 70. The process is 100% virtual through Mi Argentina.”
VTV Exemption for Newer Vehicles
Effective 1 January 2026
Annual VTV for all vehicles
All vehicles required periodic VTV (Verificación Técnica Vehicular) inspection regardless of age
Exemption for vehicles under 4 years
Vehicles up to 4 years old or under 60,000 km are exempt; 5-10 years requires biennial inspection; over 10 years requires annual inspection; digital VTV certificate available via Mi Argentina
Official Source: ANSV VTV Reform
Instructor's Tip
“New VTV rules: vehicles under 4 years old or with less than 60,000 km don't need inspection. Between 5-10 years, inspect every 2 years. Over 10 years, inspect annually. The VTV sticker still exists but is now complemented by a digital certificate in Mi Argentina.”
Changes by Category
⚠️Penalties & Fines(1)
New Traffic Fine Prescription Periods
Effective 1 January 2026
Unclear prescription rules
Fine prescription periods were inconsistent across jurisdictions
National prescription periods
Minor infractions prescribe at 2 years; serious infractions prescribe at 5 years; expired fines can be legally challenged and removed from vehicle records
Official Source: Ley Nacional de Tránsito
🔧Vehicle Equipment(2)
VTV Exemption for Newer Vehicles
Effective 1 January 2026
Annual VTV for all vehicles
All vehicles required periodic VTV (Verificación Técnica Vehicular) inspection regardless of age
Exemption for vehicles under 4 years
Vehicles up to 4 years old or under 60,000 km are exempt; 5-10 years requires biennial inspection; over 10 years requires annual inspection; digital VTV certificate available via Mi Argentina
Official Source: ANSV VTV Reform
VTV Market-Based Pricing
Effective 1 January 2026
Fixed flat rate
VTV inspection cost was a government-set flat rate across all workshops
Variable pricing by workshop
VTV inspection prices now set by individual workshops; competition expected to improve service quality and pricing; consumers can shop around for best rates
Official Source: ANSV VTV Reform
📋Licensing(2)
Digital Driver License Without Expiration Date
Effective 1 January 2026
Physical license with expiration date
Licencia Nacional de Conducir issued as physical card with printed expiration date; in-person renewal required
Digital license, no printed expiration
Private driver licenses (classes A, B, G) no longer have a printed expiration date; license is primarily digital via Mi Argentina app; only psychophysical certificate needs renewal
Official Source: ANSV Licencia Nacional
Digital Psychophysical Fitness Certificate
Effective 1 January 2026
In-person medical exam at municipality
Drivers had to visit their municipality for psychophysical fitness evaluation during license renewal
Accredited medical centers + auto-update
Psychophysical certificate obtained from any ANSV-accredited public or private medical center; once uploaded by the doctor, the license updates automatically in Mi Argentina
Official Source: ANSV Medical Certification
Instructor Tips
Re: Digital Driver License Without Expiration Date
Instructor's Tip
“The Licencia Nacional de Conducir is going digital. For private drivers (classes A, B, G), there is no printed expiration date. Instead, you renew your psychophysical fitness certificate: every 5 years for ages 21-65, every 3 years for 65-70, and annually over 70. The process is 100% virtual through Mi Argentina.”
Re: VTV Exemption for Newer Vehicles
Instructor's Tip
“New VTV rules: vehicles under 4 years old or with less than 60,000 km don't need inspection. Between 5-10 years, inspect every 2 years. Over 10 years, inspect annually. The VTV sticker still exists but is now complemented by a digital certificate in Mi Argentina.”
Re: New Traffic Fine Prescription Periods
Instructor's Tip
“Traffic fines now have clear national prescription periods: 2 years for minor infractions and 5 years for serious ones. If you need to sell your vehicle and old fines appear on the record, you can legally request removal if the prescription period has passed.”
Re: Digital Psychophysical Fitness Certificate
Instructor's Tip
“You no longer need to visit your municipality for the medical exam. Any ANSV-accredited doctor can issue the psychophysical fitness certificate. Once the doctor uploads it to the system, your digital license updates automatically in the Mi Argentina app.”
Re: VTV Market-Based Pricing
Instructor's Tip
“The flat rate for VTV inspections is gone. Workshops now set their own prices, so shop around. Competition should improve both service quality and wait times. The digital VTV certificate via Mi Argentina eliminates the need for physical paperwork.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my Argentine driver license still have an expiration date?
Do I need a VTV inspection for my new car in Argentina?
Can I get my driver license renewed entirely online in Argentina?
Do old traffic fines expire in Argentina?
Sources & Methodology
All rule changes are sourced from official government transport agencies and legal publications. AutoviaTest is an independent educational platform and is not affiliated with any government agency. Rules may be subject to change before their effective dates.
Information last verified: 2026-02-01
Primary Sources:
- Agencia Nacional de Seguridad Vial (ANSV) — Official regulatory body
- ANSV Licencia Nacional — Digital Driver License Without Expiration Date
- ANSV VTV Reform — VTV Exemption for Newer Vehicles
- Ley Nacional de Tránsito — New Traffic Fine Prescription Periods
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