Through a coordinated effort between the Ministry of Deregulation and State Transformation and the Secretariat of Transportation of the Ministry of Economy, the Argentine government has modernized the Traffic Law, a regulation that has been in place for nearly 30 years. The measures were officially published today through Decree 196/2025 in the Official Gazette.
The reform aims to simplify administrative procedures and reduce costs for both private and professional drivers. Key changes include streamlining the renewal process for the National Driver’s License, implementing a digital national license, eliminating the National License for Interjurisdictional Transport (LiNTI), and introducing barrier-free toll systems.
Digital Driver’s License
One of the most significant updates is the implementation of a digital national driver’s license, valid across the entire country. For renewals, drivers will submit an online certificate of psychophysical fitness every five years for those under 65 years old, every three years for those over 65, and annually for individuals over 70. Drivers with a record of serious infractions will also need to pass a theoretical and practical exam for revalidation.
Additionally, beginner drivers must display an identification sign for their first six months. If they commit serious infractions within the first two years, their license will be suspended.
Theoretical-practical courses and psychophysical aptitude exams, required for obtaining a license, can now be conducted by public or private providers authorized by the National Road Safety Agency. Certificates can be submitted online, expediting and modernizing the process.
Professional Drivers of Freight and Passenger Transport
The reform eliminates the National License for Interjurisdictional Transport (LiNTI). National driver’s licenses in categories C, D, and E (professional licenses) will now be valid for interjurisdictional freight and passenger transport, provided they are issued by jurisdictions authorized by the National Road Safety Agency.
Changes to Vehicle Technical Inspection (VTV)
For newly registered private-use vehicles, the initial technical inspection requirement has been extended to five years from the date of first registration. For new non-private vehicles, the first inspection must be carried out within a timeframe set by local jurisdictions, not exceeding one year. For used private vehicles up to 10 years old, the technical inspection will be valid for two years, while vehicles older than 10 years must undergo annual inspections.
Barrier-Free Toll System
Another modernization initiative is the nationwide implementation of barrier-free toll systems to avoid traffic congestion. The National Highway Directorate must establish an implementation schedule, ensuring that by June 2027, all national routes exclusively operate with free-flow toll collection systems.
Autonomous Vehicles
The new regulations introduce the concept of autonomous vehicles, establishing mandatory requirements for different levels of automation.
Trailers and Motorhomes
From now on, category O1 trailers and motorhomes (including those used for luggage, small sports boats, or family recreational items up to 750 kg) can be towed by any vehicle with just one Vehicle Safety Certificate (CSV). Previously, a separate certificate was required for each vehicle-trailer combination. This change reduces costs, saves time for users, and decreases bureaucracy.
The modernization of Argentina’s Traffic Law represents a significant step toward a more efficient, digitalized, and cost-effective transportation system, benefiting both drivers and the overall road infrastructure.