Argentina traffic law report

Last updated12 February 2026

Key findings

  • Theory test pass rate is 70% (2023, ANSV Statistics)
  • Road fatalities: 4,369 deaths in 2023 — Down 4.3% from 2022
  • 1.8 million tests administered per year by ANSV
  • Most challenging topic: Traffic Signs (28% fail rate)

Quick facts

Theory test questions30-40 questions (varies by jurisdiction)
License typesProfessional and non-professional categories
License validity5 years (1 year for first-time, under 70)
BAC limit0.05% general, 0.0% for professional drivers
Seat beltsMandatory for all passengers
HeadlightsMandatory on highways at all times

Test statistics

Pass rate65% or higher50–64%Below 50%
Theory test pass rate
70%ANSV Statistics (2023)
Practical test pass rate
65%ANSV (2023)
Tests administered per year
1.8 millionANSV (2023)

Speed limits

Urban40-60 km/h
Rural / national roads80-110 km/h
Motorway / highway120-130 km/h

Most challenging topics

  1. 1. Traffic Signs

    28% fail rate

    Argentine-specific regulatory and warning signs

  2. 2. Priority Rules

    25% fail rate

    Right-hand priority and rotary rules

  3. 3. Speed Limits

    22% fail rate

    Variable limits by province and road type

  4. 4. Safety Equipment

    20% fail rate

    Required vehicle safety equipment and checks

  5. 5. DUI Regulations

    17% fail rate

    Zero tolerance laws and penalties

Road safety

Road fatalities4,369 deathsANSV Observatory (2023)
TrendDown 4.3% from 2022

Penalties & fines

Speeding
ARS fine based on unit system, license suspension possible
Driving under influence
License suspension 1-5 years, vehicle seizure, criminal charges
Points system
National scoring system with point deductions
Mobile phone use
ARS fine, points deduction

Recent law changes

  1. 2024

    National digital license system expanded to all provinces

  2. 2023

    Stricter penalties for street racing and reckless driving

  3. 2023

    Updated theory test question bank with new scenarios

Sources & methodology

All statistics in this report are sourced from official government agencies and publicly available data. AutoviaTest is an independent educational platform and is not affiliated with any government testing agency.

Data last verified: 2026-02-12

Cite this report

AutoviaTest. (2026, February 12). Argentina traffic law report: Driving test statistics. https://autoviatest.com/en/traffic-law-reports/argentina

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