Mobility tool
Medellin pico y placa checker
Check the private-car restriction by date, time, and last plate digit. Rule data verified against Alcaldía de Medellín — Secretaría de Movilidad for 2026.
Daily checker
Medellin pico y placa
Last digit of your plate
Pick your last plate digit to confirm
Tap your plate digit to check your specific case and time window.
Motorcycles & taxis
Motorcycles are restricted by the FIRST plate digit on the same daily rotation and hours. Taxis rotate separately (biweekly).
Data verified through: Thursday, December 31, 2026
Rotations change by decree. Always double-check the official calendar before relying on this for travel plans.
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Current private-car rotation
Restricted hours: 5:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Monday
1, 7
Tuesday
0, 3
Wednesday
4, 6
Thursday
5, 9
Friday
2, 8
Motorcycles are restricted by the FIRST plate digit on the same daily rotation and hours. Taxis rotate separately (biweekly).
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Questions
What are the private-car pico y placa hours in Medellin?
In Medellin the private-car restriction applies on business days 5:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Does Medellin pico y placa apply on weekends?
No. The private-car measure applies Monday to Friday, not on weekends or national holidays.
How long is this rotation valid in Medellin?
2026 rotation (updated). Digits fixed per weekday; check for second-semester decrees if applicable. Valid per official source.
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