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Requirements for foreigners

Applying for a Mexican Driver’s License is easy, follow the step-by-step instructions below. There are specific requirements for foreigners applying for a Mexico Driver’s License the first time, as well as renewing and replacing a lost driver’s license. Please find below the translated instructions for First time License Application, License Renewal, and Replacing a Lost License.

General information

The Motor Vehicle Office

The motor vehicle office is inside the Police station, next to the Cozumel Municipal Palace. As you enter, take an immediate left into the long narrow hallway, and knock on the door.

If there is a line, there are now benches in front of the police station for waiting your turn. There is usually an attendant outside. The hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The number posted on the board is (01) 983 156 4737. The email posted is Licencias@imoveqroo.com.

Required Documents for Renewals

Old license
INE (If Mexican) or Permanent Resident card (original)
CURP
Original and copy of water or electric bill.

Driver’s License 2024 FEES:

TYPE LICENSE

AUTOMOBILE A1 TWO YEARS $ 651 == THREE YEARS $ 977 == FOUR YEARS $ 1,303 PERMANENT RESIDENTS ONLY FIVE YEARS $1,629.

MOTORCYCLE A2 TWO YEARS $ 434 == THREE YEARS $ 651 == FOUR YEARS $ 869 PERMANENT RESIDENTS ONLY FIVE YEARS $ 1,086.

FORMS AND PROCESS

Once there you must complete two forms.

1, SOLITUDE PARA LA OBTENCION DE LICENCIA

A. DATOS OBLIGATARIO (MANDATORY DATA) FILL IN:

Complete name

Date of Birth

CURP #

Type of blood

Address

Telephone #

Email address.

B. TIPO DE LICENCIA QUE SE SOLITA (TYPE OF LICENSE) CHECK APPROPRIATE BOX

AUTOMOBILE A1

MOTORCYCLE A2

C. TIPO DE TRANSMITE QUE REALIZA (TYPE OF TRANSACTION) CHECK APPROPRIATE BOX

PRIMERA VEZ (FIRST TIME)

REPOSICION (REPLACEMENT)

REEXPIDICION (RENEWAL)

D. NEXT CHECK THE NUMBER OF YEARS YOU ARE APPLYING FOR

E. USO PARTICULAR CHECK OFF YOUR IDENTIFICATION DOCUMENTS (IE: CURP, PASSPORT, VISA, UITILITY INVOICES).

2. CARTA RESPONSIVA

The last form is “Carta Responsiva” Your signature is required after the first paragraph that states that all the information that you provided is true, that you swear to comply with all the transit rules and regulations of the State of Quintana Roo, and you are physically and mentally able to drive in accordance to these regulations. The bottom half of this form is for a parent to sign if applying for a minor.

Once the agent enters all the information into their computer system she will take your picture.

Next, the agent will ask you to read a statement in Spanish (confirming that all information is correct).

The Fee will be decided by the type of license and the number of years you choose. They Do Not Accept Cash! Make your payment with a credit or debit card.

They will then print and issue your license. Once you get to the agent’s desk it only takes about 20 minutes.

First Time License Application

FOREIGN CITIZENS OF AGE WHO LIVE IN THIS MUNICIPALITY

In the event that you do not have a driver’s license and an open file in this municipality, you must come with the following requirements:

Theoretical and practical driving test. (For more information visit here)
Original and legible copy of any of these documents: FM2, FM3 with local registration or naturalization letter.
Original and legible copy of the passport.
Original and legible copy of the CURP.
General medical certificate with blood type.
Original and legible copy of recent proof of address (recent water, electricity or telephone bill)
2 recent infantil-sized photographs in color or black and white.
A new letter size folder.

Note: The license will have the same validity as your immigration document. Scanned photos or fax copies are NOT accepted. Men must submit photographs without earrings, with their forehead and ears clear.

If you already have a driver’s license and an open file in this municipality and wish to obtain another type of license, you must go to the corresponding office with the following requirements, depending on the case:

MOTORCYCLE LICENSE:

Accredit the respective theoretical and practical exam.
1 recent infantil-sized photograph in color or black and white.
Original and legible copy of your immigration document.
Cover the corresponding payment.
Legible copy of recent proof of address.

MOTORIST OR DRIVER’S LICENSE

Accredit the respective theoretical and practical exam.
1 recent infantil-sized photograph in color or black and white.
Original and legible copy of your immigration document.
Cover the corresponding payment.
Legible copy of recent proof of address.

Note: The license will have the same validity as your immigration document.

If you are a visitor or tourist, you will only be able to obtain a provisional driving license.

Sections and Regulations

Section A

Only licenses that have been issued in this municipality can be replaced.
Only original minutes and legible copies are accepted.
Only the INE, passport and military card will be accepted as identification; credentials from another institution, company or organization are inadmissible as personal identification.
Other proofs such as cable or landline or mobile telephone receipts will be accepted, as long as they are in the name of the processor.
Medical certificates containing data from the laboratory, the issuing doctor or the clinic, as well as the signature, seal and number of the chemist’s professional license, will be accepted, regardless of the year of issue.
Photographs cut from another document or that show stamp marks, abuse, or that do not meet the requested characteristics are inadmissible.
The folder must be in good condition; they are unacceptable if they are recycled, written on, scratched, stained or mistreated.
Due to the health contingency due to coronavirus COVID-19, the process is from Monday to Friday from 8:00 am. to 3 p.m. (It should be noted that a prior cut will be made for the closure of the area, considering the users in process within it and those waiting who have already been previously verified in their documentation by the officer on duty)
Times and days may be subject to changes determined by superiority, WITHOUT prior notice.
Any omission or violation of the established requirements, procedures or documentation will be grounds for rejecting the procedure, until it conforms to what was requested. As previously announced in a timely and clear manner.
Cover the corresponding payment.
To obtain a public service driver’s license, you must present a letter from the transportation concessionaire such as UNIPER or the Taxi Drivers’ Union.

Section B

For the procedures and their health conditions:

Present yourself to carry out the corresponding procedure free of alcohol poisoning or other substances, as well as free of serious states of anxiety or stress or anything that represents a threat to the order of the area, as well as the safety of the staff and other people who are present. .
Elderly citizens or those with any injury, wound, fracture or physical, hearing, visual, speech, mental or psychological disability, adhere to the judgment of this direction, if you have any of the characteristics described above, it will be attached to your requirements, a recent health certificate, which includes complete details of the issuing clinic, doctor or specialist, as well as your signature, seal or professional license registration number, which clearly ATTACHES that you can drive a motor vehicle without your conditions pose a risk to you and the community at large.

Section C

For the 2 infantil size photographs to be delivered:

Men and women, without glasses, piercings, expansions in any part of the face or ears, hair up, as well as uncovered ears and forehead.

For the digital photograph that is captured at the time of carrying out the procedure:

Exceptions are made for men and women who have discreet earrings or piercings that are not so noticeable, reflect light brightness or distort the true physiognomy of the face.
If any of these piercings or expansions cannot be removed immediately due to issues of failure, hygiene or personal image, the general procedure must be postponed until the guidelines established in the opinion of this Directorate are met.

Section D

For driver’s licenses for foreigners:

Only naturalized foreigners or foreigners with permanent residence will be able to access driver’s licenses for 2 years, as long as they meet the requirements of sections A, B, C.
For software updates, only provisional driving permits will be issued to foreigners who request it, for the time of legal stay verified before this Directorate, being a minimum of 3 months onwards, as long as they comply with the requirements.

License Renewal

Present original of the license (Issued in this municipality)
Legible copy of recent proof of address.
Original and legible copy of your immigration document

Note: The license will have the same validity as your immigration document.

Sections and Regulations

Section A

Only licenses that have been issued in this municipality can be replaced.
Only original minutes and legible copies are accepted.
Only the INE, passport and military card will be accepted as identification; credentials from another institution, company or organization are inadmissible as personal identification.
Other proofs such as cable or landline or mobile telephone receipts will be accepted, as long as they are in the name of the processor.
Medical certificates containing data from the laboratory, the issuing doctor or the clinic, as well as the signature, seal and number of the chemist’s professional license, will be accepted, regardless of the year of issue.
Photographs cut from another document or that show stamp marks, abuse, or that do not meet the requested characteristics are inadmissible.
The folder must be in good condition; they are unacceptable if they are recycled, written on, scratched, stained or mistreated.
Due to the health contingency due to coronavirus COVID-19, the process is from Monday to Friday from 8:00 am. to 3 p.m. (It should be noted that a prior cut will be made for the closure of the area, considering the users in process within it and those waiting who have already been previously verified in their documentation by the officer on duty)
Times and days may be subject to changes determined by superiority, WITHOUT prior notice.
Any omission or violation of the established requirements, procedures or documentation will be grounds for rejecting the procedure, until it conforms to what was requested. As previously announced in a timely and clear manner.
Cover the corresponding payment.
To obtain a public service driver’s license, you must present a letter from the transportation concessionaire such as UNIPER or the Taxi Drivers’ Union.

Section B

For the procedures and their health conditions:

Present yourself to carry out the corresponding procedure free of alcohol poisoning or other substances, as well as free of serious states of anxiety or stress or anything that represents a threat to the order of the area, as well as the safety of the staff and other people who are present. .
Elderly citizens or those with any injury, wound, fracture or physical, hearing, visual, speech, mental or psychological disability, adhere to the judgment of this direction, if you have any of the characteristics described above, it will be attached to your requirements, a recent health certificate, which includes complete details of the issuing clinic, doctor or specialist, as well as your signature, seal or professional license registration number, which clearly ATTACHES that you can drive a motor vehicle without your conditions pose a risk to you and the community at large.

Section C

For the 2 infantil photographs to be delivered:

Men and women, without glasses, piercings, expansions in any part of the face or ears, hair up, as well as uncovered ears and forehead.

For the digital photograph that is captured at the time of carrying out the procedure:

Exceptions are made for men and women who have discreet earrings or piercings that are not so noticeable, reflect light brightness or distort the true physiognomy of the face.
If any of these piercings or expansions cannot be removed immediately due to issues of failure, hygiene or personal image, the general procedure must be postponed until the guidelines established in the opinion of this Directorate are met.

Section D

For driver’s licenses for foreigners:

Only naturalized foreigners or foreigners with permanent residence will be able to access driver’s licenses for 2 years, as long as they meet the requirements of sections A, B, C.
For software updates, only provisional driving permits will be issued to foreigners who request it, for the time of legal stay verified before this Directorate, being a minimum of 3 months onwards, as long as they comply with the requirements.

Lost License Replacement

Ask the officer on duty for your file number
1 recent infantil-sized photograph in color or black and white
Legible copy of recent proof of address
Original and legible copy of your immigration document
Copy of the report of lost license to the Public Ministry (If you do not present it, you will be charged an additional $179.24 for the certificate of loss issued by this agency)

Note: The license will have the same validity as your immigration document.

Sections and Regulations

Section A

Only licenses that have been issued in this municipality can be replaced.
Only original minutes and legible copies are accepted.
Only the INE, passport and military card will be accepted as identification; credentials from another institution, company or organization are inadmissible as personal identification.
Other proofs such as cable or landline or mobile telephone receipts will be accepted, as long as they are in the name of the processor.
Medical certificates containing data from the laboratory, the issuing doctor or the clinic, as well as the signature, seal and number of the chemist’s professional license, will be accepted, regardless of the year of issue.
Photographs cut from another document or that show stamp marks, abuse, or that do not meet the requested characteristics are inadmissible.
The folder must be in good condition; they are unacceptable if they are recycled, written on, scratched, stained or mistreated.
Due to the health contingency due to coronavirus COVID-19, the process is from Monday to Friday from 8:00 am. to 3 p.m. (It should be noted that a prior cut will be made for the closure of the area, considering the users in process within it and those waiting who have already been previously verified in their documentation by the officer on duty)
Times and days may be subject to changes determined by superiority, WITHOUT prior notice.
Any omission or violation of the established requirements, procedures or documentation will be grounds for rejecting the procedure, until it conforms to what was requested. As previously announced in a timely and clear manner.
Cover the corresponding payment.
To obtain a public service driver’s license, you must present a letter from the transportation concessionaire such as UNIPER or the Taxi Drivers’ Union.

Section B

For the procedures and their health conditions:

Present yourself to carry out the corresponding procedure free of alcohol poisoning or other substances, as well as free of serious states of anxiety or stress or anything that represents a threat to the order of the area, as well as the safety of the staff and other people who are present. .
Elderly citizens or those with any injury, wound, fracture or physical, hearing, visual, speech, mental or psychological disability, adhere to the judgment of this direction, if you have any of the characteristics described above, it will be attached to your requirements, a recent health certificate, which includes complete details of the issuing clinic, doctor or specialist, as well as your signature, seal or professional license registration number, which clearly ATTACHES that you can drive a motor vehicle without your conditions pose a risk to you and the community at large.

Section C

For the 2 infantil size photographs to be delivered:

Men and women, without glasses, piercings, expansions in any part of the face or ears, hair up, as well as uncovered ears and forehead.

For the digital photograph that is captured at the time of carrying out the procedure:

Exceptions are made for men and women who have discreet earrings or piercings that are not so noticeable, reflect light brightness or distort the true physiognomy of the face.
If any of these piercings or expansions cannot be removed immediately due to issues of failure, hygiene or personal image, the general procedure must be postponed until the guidelines established in the opinion of this Directorate are met.

Section D

For driver’s licenses for foreigners:

Only naturalized foreigners or foreigners with permanent residence will be able to access driver’s licenses for 2 years, as long as they meet the requirements of sections A, B, C.
For software updates, only provisional driving permits will be issued to foreigners who request it, for the time of legal stay verified before this Directorate, being a minimum of 3 months onwards, as long as they comply with the requirements of sections A. , B and C.