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Mexico City Extends Permanent Driver’s License Program Through 2026

Revenue from the program will fund road safety, non‑motorized mobility, public transport.

Overview

  • Jefa de Gobierno Clara Brugada confirmed the extension through December 2026 and said the measure will be folded into the 2026 financial package.
  • Authorities report 1,390,606 licenses issued from Nov. 16, 2024 to Nov. 16, 2025, making 2025 the city’s biggest year for license issuance on record.
  • The fee remains MXN 1,500, with receipts surpassing one billion pesos that officials say will be directed entirely to mobility and road‑safety programs.
  • High demand continues to strain in‑person modules with limited daily tokens and long lines, while the digital route is restricted to recent Type A holders using Llave CDMX and the city app.
  • First‑time applicants must pass a 20‑question theory exam, and the Mobility Law allows revocation of the permanent credential for serious violations such as repeated DUI or falsified documents.