Are you thinking of visiting Colombia and considering renting a car? This video will give you some tips about Driving in Colombia
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Any foreigner entering Colombia on a tourist visa is permitted to drive with the valid driver licence from their home country. Expats living in Colombia will need to apply for a national licence, which includes theory and practical exams and a medical exam.
Legal Requirements for Driving
The minimum legal age to drive in Colombia is 16, while the minimum age to rent a car is 23. Depending on your visa type, a valid driver's licence may either be from Colombia or your home country and must be accompanied by a copy of your passport and entry stamp. Third party liability vehicle insurance is the minimum standard and compulsory for all drivers.
International Driving Permit
According to the Ministry of Transport, foreign drivers are not required to have an international driving permit. If staying in Colombia on a 90-day tourist visa, a valid foreign driver licence is all that is needed. When driving as a tourist, always carry a copy of your passport and the page with your entry stamp. This will prove you're a tourist, therefore, are not required to have a local driving licence.
If renting a car be sure to check the specific requirements of the car rental agency. Some providers do list an international driving permit as a requirement, though many travellers admit to never having been asked for this document. If this is the case, they can be purchased for a nominal fee through an automobile association in your home country.
National Driving License
Expats living in Colombia on a TP visa are required to get a local driver's licence in order to drive legally. The process isn't difficult, though it is time-consuming. There are four steps to acquiring a Colombia Driver's Licence.