the system of Peak and Plate still valid in Bogota, and in this article, you can find all the information about this measure that will affect private cars from Monday 4 to Friday 8 September. We provide all the necessary details to keep you informed and avoid possible penalties or fines if you plan to drive in the capital of Colombia.
As a new week begins in 2023, the Pico y Placa program is still running in Bogotá. Drivers must comply with this regulation to avoid breaking the rules, receiving fines and facing uncomfortable situations on city roads.
However, it is important to note that there are exceptions for certain cases, such as the Pico y Placa Solidario, shared mobility, electric and hybrid vehicles used for school purposes, diplomatic or consular vehicles and those intended for the transport of people with disabilities registered in the Registry. Location and Characterization of People with Disabilities.
Pico y Placa from Monday 4 to Friday 8 September
- Monday 4: The restriction applies to license plates ending in 1-2-3-4-5
- Tuesday 5: The restriction applies to license plates ending in 6-7-8-9-0
- Wednesday 6: The restriction applies to plates ending in 1-2-3-4-5
- Thursday 7: The restriction applies to plates ending in 6-7-8-9-0
- Friday the 8th: The restriction applies to license plates ending in 1-2-3-4-5
How can the Peak and Plate restriction be avoided?
There is the possibility of using your vehicle within the program called “Pico y Placa Solidario”. To do this, you must pay a fee corresponding to the time you wish to use it, and the following rates have been established: $58,178 per day, $464,974 per month and $2,325,095 per year. In addition, it is important to remember that any query in this regard can be resolved through the official Movilidad Bogotá website.
What is the penalty for not complying with the Pico y Placa restrictions in Bogotá?
If you are a driver and drive around the city without respecting this “Pico y Placa” regulation, you must pay a fine of 522,000 pesos and your vehicle will be immobilized and taken to a warehouse, which will significantly increase the cost of the infraction.
When does the movement restriction known as Pico y Placa begin in Bogotá?
The Ministry of Mobility has communicated modifications to the Pico y Placa program, which came into effect on January 10, 2023 for private vehicles. These alterations are intended to achieve a more equitable distribution among drivers and reduce congestion caused by works in the city. It is important to note that this measure will now be applied from Monday to Friday, from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
What vehicles are exempt from the ‘Pico y Placa’ in Bogotá?
- Electric vehicles and zero polluting emissions.
- Presidential motorcade.
- Diplomatic or consular service vehicles.
- Hearses.
- Vehicles of state security agencies.
- Emergency vehicles.
- Vehicles used to transport people with disabilities.
- Vehicles of home public utility companies.
- Vehicles for traffic control and cranes.
- Emissions and dumping control vehicles.
- motorcycles.
- Vehicles assigned by the National Protection Unit.
- Media vehicles.
- Vehicles of judicial authorities.
- School transportation vehicles owned by educational institutions.
- Vehicles such as automobiles, campervans, or trucks intended for teaching automobiles.