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Q: What is the maximum speed limit in urban areas (zona urbana) in Chile?

50 km/h. The maximum speed limit in Chilean urban areas is 50 km/h for all types of vehicles, unless signs indicate otherwise. In school zones during entry and exit hours, the limit is reduced to 30 km/h.

Q: What is the maximum speed limit on Chilean highways (autopistas) with two or more lanes per direction?

120 km/h. The maximum speed limit on Chilean highways with two or more lanes per direction is 120 km/h. On single-carriageway rural roads, the limit is 100 km/h.

Q: What is the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) threshold for "driving under the influence" (bajo la influencia del alcohol) in Chile?

0.3 g/l. In Chile, a BAC between 0.3 and 0.8 g/l is classified as "driving under the influence of alcohol" (bajo la influencia del alcohol), punishable by fines and licence suspension. Above 0.8 g/l is "driving while intoxicated" (en estado de ebriedad), a criminal offence under the Ley Emilia.

Q: Under the 2023 Ley 21.601, what new restriction applies to vehicles without visible licence plates (patentes)?

Gas stations are prohibited from selling them fuel. The Ley 21.601 prohibits gas stations from selling fuel to vehicles without visible licence plates. Stations must display signs about this prohibition and face fines of 10 to 100 UTM for non-compliance. This law targets stolen vehicles and illegal plate tampering.

Q: What new vehicle requirement was introduced by the Ley 21.601 regarding licence plates?

The plate number must be permanently engraved on windows and side mirrors. The Ley 21.601 requires all vehicles to have their licence plate number permanently engraved on windows and side mirrors (grabado de patente). This anti-theft measure helps identify vehicles even if plates are removed or swapped.

Q: Where can I take the driving theory test in Santiago?

The CONASET driving theory test in Santiago is administered at official test centers. You can practice online with AutoviaTest before taking the official exam.

Q: How many questions are on the driving test in Santiago?

The CONASET theory test has 35 questions. You need 28 correct answers to pass (80%).

Q: How much does a driving license cost in Santiago?

The theory test fee in Chile is approximately CLP 15,000-30,000 (varies by region). Total driving license costs including lessons vary by driving school.

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