After a penalty-free pedagogical week from January 5-9, Cali enforces pico y placa fines starting Monday, January 13, 2026. The vehicle restriction, active Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-7 p.m. until June 30, now includes traffic tickets for violations.
As announced in prior coverage of Cali's 2026 pico y placa rotation (plates 1-2 Monday, 3-4 Tuesday, etc.), the measure's initial week focused on driver education without sanctions. This phase concluded successfully on January 9, transitioning to full enforcement on January 13.
Violators now face economic fines from traffic agents. Exemptions remain unchanged: emergency vehicles, official/diplomatic cars, disability transports, motorcycles, hybrids/electrics, heavy cargo trucks (5+ tons), and congestion fee payers.
Mobility authorities urge checking plate restrictions via official apps or channels to avoid tickets, and encourage public transport or alternative mobility options for smoother traffic.
