South America travel guide
Driving in Chile with a foreign licence
You need an IDP
You need an IDP plus your national licence to drive in Chile. Carry an IDP with your national licence to drive and rent in Chile.
The essentials
Drives onThe right
IDP neededYes
Minimum age18+
Convention1968 Vienna
On the road
Rules of the road in Chile
- Seatbelts mandatory for all occupants.
- 0.03% alcohol limit; criminal above 0.08%.
- Headlights on in tunnels.
- Andean mountain passes may require chains in winter.
At the rental desk
Electronic toll (TAG) devices fitted to rental cars on Santiago motorways.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Chile with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Chile requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Chile drive on?
Chile drives on the right.
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