Question 1

Which days can't a car with a plate ending in 1 or 2 drive in San Jose?

Accepted Answer

In San Jose, vehicles ending in 1 or 2 cannot drive on monday, between 06:00–19:00.

Question 2

Which days can't a car with a plate ending in 3 or 4 drive in San Jose?

Accepted Answer

In San Jose, vehicles ending in 3 or 4 cannot drive on tuesday, between 06:00–19:00.

Question 3

Which days can't a car with a plate ending in 5 or 6 drive in San Jose?

Accepted Answer

In San Jose, vehicles ending in 5 or 6 cannot drive on wednesday, between 06:00–19:00.

Question 4

What are the plate-restriction hours in San Jose?

Accepted Answer

The restriction in San Jose applies monday, tuesday, wednesday, thursday, and friday, between 06:00–19:00.

Question 5

Which vehicles are exempt from the restriction in San Jose?

Accepted Answer

Exempt from the restriction: emergency vehicles, public transport, vehicles carrying drivers or passengers with disabilities, motorcycles, vehicles carrying fresh concrete, and rental vehicles.

Question 6

Does the restriction apply on public holidays in San Jose?

Accepted Answer

No. In San Jose the restriction is suspended on public holidays.

Question 7

Does this information apply to motorcycles and taxis?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily — this data covers private vehicles. Motorcycles, taxis and public-service vehicles usually have different hours and exceptions; always confirm with San Jose's official source.

Question 8

Since when is this information in force, and how often is it updated?

Accepted Answer

This information has been in force since December 31, 2025. We periodically review San Jose's official source and changes go through review before publishing — use the official source link on this page to confirm any recent update.

Question 9

How much is the fine for breaking this restriction in San Jose?

Accepted Answer

The fine in San Jose is CRC 26.000. Check the current amount with the official source, as it may be updated.

San Jose, Costa Rica

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