Peruvian Taxi Drivers Face Yellow Paint Mandate: Fines Loom

Lima and Callao Taxi Drivers Face Yellow Paint Deadline Lima, Peru – Taxi drivers in Lima and Callao have a short window to comply with a new regulation mandating that all independent taxis be painted yellow. The deadline is June 14, 2025, as part of the "Taxi Amarillo, Primero" initiative. This campaign aims to standardize the appearance of formal taxis, improving their identification for passengers and authorities. "The objective is to standardize the image of formal taxis and make it easier to identify them," stated a representative from the ATU (Autoridad de Transporte Urbano para Lima y Callao). Failure to comply with the regulation will result in significant fines. The video from Exitosa Noticias highlights the potential penalties, including a T-19 fine (S/535) and a T-27 fine (S/267) for non-compliance with external vehicle identification. The initiative is expected to improve road safety and passenger security by making it easier to distinguish legitimate taxis from unlicensed vehicles. The deadline is fast approaching, and the ATU is encouraging all drivers to comply with the new regulations promptly to avoid penalties.