Alright, so I needed to get myself a Peruvian driving license. Let me tell you, it wasn’t exactly a walk in the park, but I managed to get it done. Here’s how it all went down.
First off, I found out that if you’re just visiting Peru for a short time, like less than 90 days, you can use your regular driver’s license from back home. But since I was planning to stay longer, I needed a local one.
So, I started digging around to figure out what I needed to do. I found some info online about the process and what documents I’d need. It seemed a bit overwhelming at first, but I just took it one step at a time.

I gathered all my documents, like my passport, my driver’s license from my country. It was a bit of a hassle, but I made sure to double-check everything to avoid any issues later on.
Then came the time to actually go through the process. I had to visit a few offices and fill out some forms. Let me tell you, the lines were long, and the paperwork was confusing at times. But I kept my cool and just followed the instructions as best as I could.
There were some tests involved too. I had to pass a medical exam to make sure I was fit to drive. The doctor checked my eyesight, and they even took some blood to test. It was a bit nerve-wracking, but I passed without any problems.
After that, I had to take a written exam about the traffic rules in Peru. I studied a bit beforehand using some materials I found online, and thankfully, I managed to pass that as well. I guess all those hours spent reading paid off!
Then came the driving test itself. I was a bit nervous about this part, but I just tried to stay calm and focused. I had to drive around a designated route with an examiner sitting next to me, watching my every move. It was a bit stressful, but I did my best to follow all the rules and drive safely.
And guess what? I passed the driving test! I was so relieved and happy when the examiner told me I did well. All that hard work finally paid off.
After passing all the tests, I had to pay some fees and wait for my license to be processed. It took a few weeks, but finally, I received my Peruvian driving license in the mail. It was such a great feeling to finally have it in my hands.
Here’s a quick rundown of what I did:
- Gathered Documents: Got all my necessary papers together, including my passport and foreign driver’s license.
- Visited Offices: Went to the relevant government offices to submit my application and paperwork.
- Medical Exam: Passed a medical check-up to ensure I was fit for driving.
- Written Exam: Studied and passed a written test on Peruvian traffic rules.
- Driving Test: Took and passed a practical driving test with an examiner.
- Paid Fees: Settled all the required fees for processing the license.
- Waited: Patiently waited for a few weeks for my license to be processed and delivered.
So, that’s my story of getting a Peruvian driving license. It was a bit of a journey, but I made it through. Now I can legally drive around Peru, which is pretty awesome. If you’re planning to do the same, just be prepared for some paperwork and tests, and you’ll be fine. Good luck!