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Mexico City Confirms 2026 Price and Expanded Access for Permanent Driver’s License

Applications run through December 31, 2026 with extended weekday plus weekend hours to handle demand.

Overview

  • The government said the permanent license will cost MXN 1,500 in 2026, matching the 2025 fee.
  • The credential does not expire and the program remains open through December 31, 2026, with revenues directed to mobility and road-safety projects.
  • SEMOVI clarifies the license authorizes only private automobiles; motorcycle operation requires A1/A2 categories or an older permanent license.
  • Service hours now run as late as 21:00 at some modules, with Saturday availability and a Sunday macromodule at Ciudad Deportiva operating 09:00–21:00.
  • Processing is by appointment through official SEMOVI channels, requiring ID, proof of address and payment, with a theoretical exam for first-time applicants; eligible State of Mexico residents may apply if they have no prior CDMX license.