Mis à jour le 22 avril 2026
Permis de Conduire en Brésil pour Expatriés
Oui, pendant 180 days from entry with valid IDP. Après cela, vous devez convertir vers un permis Brésil. L'examen officiel est uniquement en Portuguese, mais vous pouvez pratiquer en anglais avec AutoviaTest.
Faits Clés : Permis de Conduire Brésil pour Expatriés
- Autorité d'Examen
- DETRAN — Departamento Estadual de Trânsito
- Langue d'Examen Officielle
- Portuguese
- Période de Grâce
- 180 days from entry with valid IDP
- Temps de Traitement
- 1-3 months (varies by state)
- Examen Théorique Requis
- Oui (si pas d'accord d'échange)
- Examen Pratique Requis
- Oui (si pas d'accord d'échange)
- Examen Médical
- Requis
- Coût Total
- R$300-800 (~$60-160 USD) depending on state
Éligibilité par Nationalité
Citoyens UE/EEE
No special exemptions. Must convert license if establishing residency.
Citoyens US/UK
No exchange agreement. Full test required for permanent residents.
Autres Citoyens Non-UE
IDP valid for 180 days after entry. Must convert if becoming resident.
Étudiants
Can use foreign license with IDP for 180 days. Must convert if staying longer.
Documents Requis
- ✓Valid passport
- ✓CPF (Cadastro de Pessoa Física - tax number)
- ✓RNE/CRNM (foreigner identification)
- ✓Valid foreign license
- ✓Medical exam certificate
- ✓Psychological exam certificate (exame psicotécnico)
- ✓Proof of address
Détail des Coûts
- Frais de Conversion/Examen
- R$200-400 (~$40-80 USD) varies by state
- Examen Médical
- R$100-250 (~$20-50 USD)
- Traduction
- R$100-300 (~$20-60 USD) sworn translation
- Total Estimé
- R$300-800 (~$60-160 USD) depending on state
Accords d'Échange de Permis
Échange Direct (Pas d'Examen Requis) · 5
Accords d'Échange de Permis
Échange Direct (Pas d'Examen Requis) · 5
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Pas d'Accord (Examen Complet Requis): USA, UK, Canada, Australia, most other countries - full test required
Conseils pour Expatriés en Brésil
- Psychological exam (exame psicotécnico) is mandatory and unique to Brazil
- DETRAN rules and fees vary significantly by state
- Test is ONLY in Portuguese - practice in English with AutoviaTest
- Mercosur country licenses have easier exchange process
- CPF and foreigner ID (RNE/CRNM) must be obtained before applying
Questions Fréquentes
Can I take the Brazilian driving test in English?
No, the DETRAN theory test is only available in Portuguese. Practice with AutoviaTest in English to learn the rules before taking the official test.
What is the psychological exam (exame psicotécnico)?
Brazil requires a psychological evaluation as part of the licensing process. It tests reaction time, attention, and emotional stability. It's conducted by an authorized psychologist and takes about 30 minutes.
How long can I drive in Brazil with my foreign license?
You can drive with your foreign license and IDP for up to 180 days after entering Brazil. After that, or upon establishing permanent residency, you must obtain a Brazilian license.
Why do requirements vary by state?
Each Brazilian state has its own DETRAN (traffic department) that administers licensing. While the core requirements are federal, fees, processing times, and specific procedures vary by state.