National Driver's License
How to obtain the National Driver's License for the first time?
The National Driver's License is a unique document that the competent authority of each jurisdiction grants to a citizen with the objective of legally enabling them to drive a vehicle, subject to compliance with the requirements established by the National Traffic Law 24.449.
Those who aspire to obtain the LNC must complete the following stages:
- National Road Safety Theoretical/Practical Course (In-person or Online).
- Psychophysical examination.
- Mandatory theoretical examination.
- Practical driving proficiency and mechanical failure detection examination.
How to renew a license?
To renew the National Driver's License it is not necessary to retake the National Road Safety Course. However, each jurisdiction may require that you revalidate some knowledge for the renewal.
The mandatory documentation that you must present is the following:
- Original DNI with updated address and photocopy.
- Municipal certificate of no outstanding debt: you can Check Debt Status y Obtain certificate of no outstanding debt online. If not possible, you must carry out the procedure in person at the Misdemeanor Court (Rivadavia 632).
- Paid payment slip from the Ce.N.A.T (National Traffic Records Certificate). You can Generate Payment Slip and pay it at any Rapipago, Pago Fácil and on the Red Link network (option Patents and Infractions -> ENTE Framework Agreement for Technical and Financial Cooperation ANSV.
- Previous license or report that proves its condition (theft, loss, etc.)
- Certificate of Legality of the Driver's License (in case of holding a license from another locality and that it is municipal).
Important: Once you have gathered the documentation, you must request an Online Appointment through the website.
The following cases must also present:
Minors under 18 years old:
- Birth certificate.
- Photocopies of both parents' DNI.
Over 65 years old:
- Take psychophysical examination.
Class C and E:
- Psychological clearance.
Class D:
- Psychological clearance.
- Certificate of Recidivism.
How to renew an expired license?
Once the 90-day period after the driver's license expiration date has passed, you must follow the steps indicated in How to obtain the National Driver's License for the first time?
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