Driving licence renewal in Venezuela
Renewing a Venezuelan driving license typically involves an administrative process with the National Institute of Land Transport (INTT), which may include updating personal data, presenting required documents, and passing a medical examination. The process can often be initiated online through the INTT's Súmate portal, followed by an in-person visit for verification and issuance.
It is generally advisable to begin the renewal process several weeks to a few months before the current license expires. This allows ample time to gather all necessary documents, schedule appointments, complete any required medical evaluations, and account for potential processing delays at the INTT offices. Waiting times for appointments can vary.
Start 30 days ahead
This lead time accounts for potential delays in obtaining necessary documents, scheduling medical exams, online processing, and in-person appointments at INTT offices.
The process
- 1Register or log in to the INTT's Súmate system on their official website.
- 2Request the renewal of the driving license through the online portal, selecting the appropriate category.
- 3Complete the required medical examination (Examen Psicológico, Psiquiátrico, Físico y Auditivo) at an authorized center and upload the results to the system.
- 4Pay the corresponding fees through the payment methods enabled by the INTT.
- 5Print the certificate of the transaction and gather all necessary original documents and copies.
- 6Attend the scheduled appointment at an INTT office with all required documentation for verification and final issuance of the renewed license.
What to bring
- Valid identity document (Cédula de Identidad) in good condition, and a copy.
- Original and copy of the expired or soon-to-expire driving license.
- Medical certificate (Certificado Médico Vial) issued by an authorized doctor, with a digital upload to the Súmate system.
- Proof of online payment for the renewal fee.
- Current RIF (Registro Único de Información Fiscal) if required, and a copy.
Who handles it
Instituto Nacional de Transporte Terrestre (National Institute of Land Transport - INTT)
The fee for renewing a Venezuelan driving license is determined by the INTT and can vary. It is advisable to consult the official INTT website or the Súmate system for the most current fee structure and payment methods.
What commonly goes wrong
- Ensure all personal data in the INTT system (Súmate) is up-to-date before initiating the renewal.
- Verify that the medical certificate is issued by a doctor authorized by the INTT, as an unauthorized certificate will not be accepted.
- Confirm the required payment amount and methods directly through the INTT's official channels to avoid errors or fraudulent payments.
- Keep copies of all documents and payment receipts, as well as the transaction certificate, for the in-person appointment.
Sources
- INTT - Renovación de Licencia de Conducir intt.gob.ve
- INTT - Servicios en Línea (Súmate) intt.gob.ve
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