Driver's License Testing

Last activity 02 November 2015 by LoriDor

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pjcampNew member24 October 2015 11:56:48

Has anyone gone through the process of applying for a driver's license in Chile? If so, do they require a vision test where one eye is covered to read a chart? In other words, can one bad eye keep you from
getting a driver's license. Have a valid license in the states but want to apply in Chile. Thanks in advance.

LoriDorActive member02 November 2015 14:39:37

My chilean friend had to get new glasses before they would renew her license. But I don't know about the test being with one eye or not but I'll ask her. But it is great that the test is available in English now! I think you should get a license when you have permanent residency but I don't have mine yet!

pjcampNew member02 November 2015 14:59:21

Thank you. It seems to take a long time to get permanent residency and if that is required before a license can be issued and the stateside license will expire before then, what do people do? Get an international license maybe?

LoriDorActive member02 November 2015 15:34:26

It takes 1-2 yrs to get your permanent residency.
You can get an international drivers permit at the AAA or DMV but only if you have a valid drivers license and it only lasts one year.
You may be able to get a license here with a temp. Residency but IDK.
I would just renew your current license

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