Forgot your driver’s license? Now you can show it virtually: we tell you how

The Driving license It is a personal and non-transferable document, issued by a competent authority, which authorizes a person to drive vehicles in Colombia, according to the Ministry of Justice.

Therefore, it is mandatory to carry it, in addition to the vehicle’s traffic license, in case a traffic officer requires it to verify that the car is in order. However, according to circular 20221010000601 of 2022, It is not necessary to present these documents in physical format.

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“The obligation to carry the vehicle’s transit license and the driver’s license will be deemed fulfilled when the person presents the physical document to the traffic officer, or presents the data message derived from the online and real-time consultation in the Single National Transit Registry (RUNT).“, the document states.

Taking into account that The fine for not having the pass is 8 current legal daily minimum wages.which is equivalent to 346,400 Colombian pesos, because it is a type B-01 document, according to the National Transit Code, it is recommended to have the document at least in virtual format.

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1. Since the process is carried out through Runt, you must enter its official portal: https://www.runt.gov.co/.

2. Once there, you must click on the option ‘Vehicle query by license plate‘, which appears at the bottom left of the screen, which will provide you with your car’s traffic license information.

3. To consult your driving license, you must select the option ‘Citizens’ consultation by identity document‘.

4. It is important to keep in mind that for this query you must indicate your identity document number, vehicle license plate and Soat.

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The validity of the driving license is subject to the age of the driver, the vehicle and the service provided.

According to article 197 of Decree 019 of January 10, 2012, these are the terms of validity for this document:

– From 16 to 18 years old: You must renew your license after two years, when you reach the age of majority.

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– From 18 to 60 years: The document must be renewed every 10 years if you drive a private vehicle or motorcycle.

– From 60 to 80 years: You must renew your license every year if you drive a private vehicle or motorcycle.

– Over 80 years old: The document must be renewed every year if you drive a private vehicle or motorcycle.

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