After the recent approval by the State Congress and the instruction of Governor Rubén Rocha Moya, the Permanent Driver’s Licenses for motorists and motorcyclists will come into force officially next March 17, 2026 in Sinaloa.
For citizens who wish get this document for life y avoid periodic renewalsthe Tax Administration Service of the State of Sinaloa (SATES) has enabled various physical points and digital platforms in the state capital.
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Points of attention in Culiacán
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Those interested may attend the following modules in person, in a usual schedule from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM:
- State Services Unit (USE): Located in the Tres Ríos sector (Blvd. Pedro Infante and Miguel Tamayo), where the main Digital Citizen modules are located.
- Delegation of Roads and Transportation: In the central offices of the municipality.
- Collection and Collection Modules: Distributed in the city, with the exception of the module located in Homex and the Quilá collection, which will not operate this specific procedure.
Online processing and home delivery
Drivers will be able to carry out the procedure from their cell phone or computer through the portal ciudadano.sinaloa.gob.mx
If you choose this option, you can choose to collect the physical document in the USE or request home delivery with an additional cost of 48 pesos.
Cost and requirements
He total cost of the permanent license is 2 thousand 323 pesos.
The government has announced that there will be payment facilities 6 and 9 months without interest with participating cards.
Essential requirements
- Background: The program is initially aimed at those who already have or have had a license in Sinaloa (does not apply for the first time).
- Clean record: No serious infractions or penalties for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Official identification: INE or valid passport.
- Health declaration: Signing a declaration under oath of truth about your physical fitness to drive.
