The Ministry of Transport and Communications (MTC) announced on Apr. 6 the procedures for obtaining a license to drive motorcycles and other small vehicles, following a year in which over 400,000 such vehicles were sold nationwide.
The MTC said that having a valid license is essential as motorcycles and similar vehicles become more common forms of transportation across various regions. The appropriate license is Category B, which covers motorcycles, mototaxis, tricycles, and motorized bicycles for both private use and commercial activities involving passengers or goods.
According to the General Directorate of Authorizations in Transport, applications must be made at provincial municipalities responsible for issuing these licenses. While each municipality may have different processes for issuing and delivering licenses, the legal requirements are consistent throughout the country. Applicants must present identification documents, pass a medical exam certifying physical and mental fitness, complete a written test on traffic rules, and demonstrate practical driving skills. For those seeking the Class B IIC license required for mototaxis, an additional driver training course is mandatory.
To help applicants prepare for the theoretical exam, the MTC offers a free online simulator with practice questions similar to those found in the actual test. This tool allows users up to 40 minutes per session to answer questions and review their results before taking the official assessment.
Municipalities may also set additional requirements related to processing times or fees as long as they do not conflict with national regulations. The MTC advises applicants to consult their local municipality’s official channels before beginning any application process.
The Ministry supports cultural and social wellbeing by improving connectivity through enhanced transport infrastructure according to its official website. It operates service centers such as MAC Lima Este and MAC Lima Sur to improve public access according to its official website. As part of Peru’s executive branch with regulatory authority over transport and communications according to its official website, it delivers safe infrastructure services aimed at promoting national integration according to its official website under ministerial guidance according to its official website. The ministry serves communities across Peru according to its official website since beginning operations in 1969 while advancing multimodal connectivity strategies through partnerships with public entities according to its official website.
