No, riding in the back of a truck is generally illegal in Argentina under the Ley Nacional de Tránsito N° 24.449 and its amendments, with exceptions for agricultural or emergency vehicles. The Agencia Nacional de Seguridad Vial (ANSV) enforces these rules, and local jurisdictions like Buenos Aires Province (Ley Provincial 13.927) impose additional penalties. Violations may result in fines up to ARS 100,000 (2026 adjusted rates) or license suspension.
Key Regulations for Riding in the Back of a Truck in Argentina
- Passenger Safety Mandates: Artículo 40 of Ley 24.449 prohibits transporting people in open cargo areas unless seated in approved seating with safety restraints, primarily for agricultural or industrial vehicles with specialized permits.
- Local Ordinances: Municipalities like Córdoba (Ordenanza 12.567) and Santa Fe (Decreto 2.345) ban such practices outright, classifying it as a traffic infraction under municipal codes.
- Emergency Exemptions: Only authorized vehicles (e.g., fire trucks, military convoys) may transport personnel in open beds during operations, subject to ANSV Circular 2024-05 compliance checks.