Bijgewerkt op 22 april 2026
Rijbewijs in Chili voor Expats
Ja, voor IDP valid for duration of tourist visa (90 days). Daarna moet je omwisselen naar een Chili rijbewijs. Het officiële examen is alleen in het Spanish, maar je kunt in het Engels oefenen met AutoviaTest.
Kernfeiten: Chili Rijbewijs voor Expats
- Examenautoriteit
- CONASET — Comisión Nacional de Seguridad de Tránsito
- Officiële Examentaal
- Spanish
- Overgangsperiode
- IDP valid for duration of tourist visa (90 days)
- Verwerkingstijd
- 1-2 weeks
- Theorie-examen Vereist
- Niet voor omwisseling
- Praktijkexamen Vereist
- Ja (als geen uitwisselingsovereenkomst)
- Medische Keuring
- Vereist
- Totale Kosten
- CLP 30,000-60,000 (~$30-60 USD) in most municipalities
Geschiktheid per Nationaliteit
EU/EER-burgers
No special exemptions. Must convert through municipality.
US/UK-burgers
No special agreement. Municipal process applies.
Andere Niet-EU-burgers
Must convert through municipality if establishing residency.
Studenten
Can use IDP during studies. Must convert if staying permanently.
Vereiste Documenten
- ✓Valid passport
- ✓RUT (Rol Único Tributario - tax ID)
- ✓Residency certificate (certificado de residencia)
- ✓Valid foreign license
- ✓Medical certificate
- ✓Passport photos
Kostenoverzicht
- Omwisselings-/Examenkosten
- CLP 30,000-60,000 (~$30-60 USD)
- Medische Keuring
- CLP 10,000-20,000 (~$10-20 USD)
- Vertaling
- CLP 20,000-50,000 (~$20-50 USD) if needed
- Geschat Totaal
- CLP 30,000-60,000 (~$30-60 USD) in most municipalities
Rijbewijs Uitwisselingsovereenkomsten
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Rijbewijs Uitwisselingsovereenkomsten
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Geen Overeenkomst (Volledig Examen Vereist): USA, UK, Canada, Australia - municipal process with practical test required
Tips voor Expats in 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
Veelgestelde Vragen
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.