The driving license is a fundamental document when driving a motor vehicle in the country, as it guarantees the suitability and capabilities of the person behind the wheel, however, in many cases when it comes to A procedure that must be done every 10 years, drivers forget to renew it.
For this reason, Olimpia IT, a processing platform, is calling on drivers this year, since it is estimated that More than 1.7 million licenses are scheduled to expire during the remainder of 2024, In addition, 1.5 million licenses that expired in 2023 have not yet been renewed.
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It is worth remembering that driving licenses have a certain validity depending on the category and age of the driver.
For example, for public service vehicles, drivers over 60 years of age must renew their license every year, while those under this age must do it every three years.
On the other hand, drivers of private service vehicles have different terms of validity: those under 60 years of age have licenses valid for 10 years; andBetween 60 and 80 years old, the validity is 5 years; and drivers over 80 years old must renew their license every year.
This validity is intended to generate periodic renewal to keep drivers' information updated, such as their personal data, address, health status, among others. Additionally, many regulations require drivers to Regular medical examinations are performed to verify that they maintain the physical and mental conditions necessary to drive safely.
On the other hand, the expiration of the license forces drivers to update it, which allows the authorities to identify those who have committed traffic violations and apply the corresponding sanctions. In addition, Regular renewal helps ensure they keep their skills and knowledge up to datethus contributing to improving road safety.
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According to official records, More than 400 thousand licenses expired in the first quarter of 2024 and have not yet been renewed. Additionally, it is estimated that more than 1.7 million licenses are scheduled to expire during the remainder of 2024, and 1.5 million licenses that were set to expire in 2023 have not yet been renewed.
“It is essential that drivers are aware of the validity of their driver's licenses, take the necessary measures to renew them on time and thus avoid fines,” said Sinbad Ceballos, CEO of Olimpia IT.
The importance of license renewal lies mainly in the large flow of vehicles that is registered on the country's roads. In Bogotá alone, the Mayor's Office recorded the traffic of almost 4 million vehicles at the end of March. This high vehicle volume can lead to the commission of different violations, from driving without a license to exceeding the speed limits.
These reckless behaviors can lead to significant fines, reaching $346,667 and $650,000, respectively.
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Olimpia IT recommends the following steps:
– Timely driver's license renewal: Plan ahead and ensure you renew licenses before the expiration date.
– Proper vehicle maintenance: Carry out periodic checks to ensure that the vehicle is in optimal driving condition.
– Respect traffic rules: Comply with speed limits, use your seat belt and avoid using your mobile phone while driving.
– Adequate rest before traveling: Avoid fatigue behind the wheel by resting enough before embarking on a long trip.
– Responsible driving: Be aware of road conditions and adapt driving accordingly, especially in bad weather situations.
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How to renew the driver's license?
The easiest and fastest way to carry out this procedure, avoiding lines and delays, that is why the platform recommends that the procedure be carried out through the page www.milicencia.co, of the technological company Olimpia IT, a portal that offers the possibility of finding not only all the information about all your driving license procedures, but also choose the Driver Recognition Center closest to your location, pay online for medical examsschedule your appointment and expedite the process of renewing your driving license safely and in authorized centers.
It is important to remember that citizens must meet other requirements such as being registered in the Single National Traffic Registry (RUNT), be up to date with fines and infractions, which can be verified on the SIMIT website. Finally, they must go to their city's traffic agency to renew their driving license, paying the fees stipulated for the procedure.
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It must be taken into account that the www.milicencia.co portal offers coverage in all regions of the country, streamlining the process both in the main cities and in some municipalities. Likewise, it is important to highlight that this alternative also allows the processing of the license for the first time or recategorization according to type of driver.
PAULA GALEANO BALAGUERA
Portfolio Journalist
