Mis à jour le 22 avril 2026
Permis de Conduire en Chili pour Expatriés
Oui, pendant IDP valid for duration of tourist visa (90 days). Après cela, vous devez convertir vers un permis Chili. L'examen officiel est uniquement en Spanish, mais vous pouvez pratiquer en anglais avec AutoviaTest.
Faits Clés : Permis de Conduire Chili pour Expatriés
- Autorité d'Examen
- CONASET — Comisión Nacional de Seguridad de Tránsito
- Langue d'Examen Officielle
- Spanish
- Période de Grâce
- IDP valid for duration of tourist visa (90 days)
- Temps de Traitement
- 1-2 weeks
- Examen Théorique Requis
- Non pour l'échange
- Examen Pratique Requis
- Oui (si pas d'accord d'échange)
- Examen Médical
- Requis
- Coût Total
- CLP 30,000-60,000 (~$30-60 USD) in most municipalities
Éligibilité par Nationalité
Citoyens UE/EEE
No special exemptions. Must convert through municipality.
Citoyens US/UK
No special agreement. Municipal process applies.
Autres Citoyens Non-UE
Must convert through municipality if establishing residency.
Étudiants
Can use IDP during studies. Must convert if staying permanently.
Documents Requis
- ✓Valid passport
- ✓RUT (Rol Único Tributario - tax ID)
- ✓Residency certificate (certificado de residencia)
- ✓Valid foreign license
- ✓Medical certificate
- ✓Passport photos
Détail des Coûts
- Frais de Conversion/Examen
- CLP 30,000-60,000 (~$30-60 USD)
- Examen Médical
- CLP 10,000-20,000 (~$10-20 USD)
- Traduction
- CLP 20,000-50,000 (~$20-50 USD) if needed
- Total Estimé
- CLP 30,000-60,000 (~$30-60 USD) in most municipalities
Accords d'Échange de Permis
Échange Direct (Pas d'Examen Requis) · 8
Accords d'Échange de Permis
Échange Direct (Pas d'Examen Requis) · 8
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Pas d'Accord (Examen Complet Requis): USA, UK, Canada, Australia - municipal process with practical test required
Conseils pour Expatriés en Chili
- Process handled by municipalities - not centralized nationally
- Most foreign license holders only need practical test (theory often waived)
- Medical exam includes basic psychometric evaluation
- RUT (tax ID) must be obtained first
- Process is relatively quick and affordable compared to Europe
Questions Fréquentes
Do I need to take a theory test in Chile?
Usually no, if you have a valid foreign license. Most municipalities waive the theory test for holders of valid foreign licenses and only require a practical driving test.
Can I take the test in English?
No, any required tests are in Spanish. Practice with AutoviaTest in English to learn Chilean road rules before your practical test.
Why does the process vary by municipality?
Chile's licensing system is administered at the municipal level. Each municipality (comuna) handles the process independently, so fees and exact requirements can vary.
How long can I drive in Chile with my foreign license?
Tourists can drive with a valid foreign license and IDP for up to 90 days. After establishing residency, you should obtain a Chilean license through your local municipality.