Difference between revisions of "El Salvador"
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* The owner of the vehicle gains entry at immigration (''migración''), including a stamp in their Passport. | * The owner of the vehicle gains entry at immigration (''migración''), including a stamp in their Passport. | ||
* The owner must show the new passport stamp, [[drivers license]] and the original [[vehicle registration]] to customs (''aduana''). | * The owner must show the new passport stamp, [[drivers license]] and the original [[vehicle registration]] to customs (''aduana''). | ||
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* The registered owner is stamped out of El Salvador at immigration. | * The registered owner is stamped out of El Salvador at immigration. | ||
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===Cost of insurance=== | ===Cost of insurance=== | ||
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Police bribery is relatively common in El Salvador, so you should expect it to happen. | Police bribery is relatively common in El Salvador, so you should expect it to happen. | ||
See the [[bribery tips]] page for advice. | See the [[bribery tips]] page for advice. | ||
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''List the entry requirements and anything else required to travel with a pet.'' | ''List the entry requirements and anything else required to travel with a pet.'' | ||
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| − | Last updated: January 2010 | + | '''Last updated: <span style="color:red">January 2010</span>'''<br /> |
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| − | Gasoline is common. | + | Gasoline is common, shortages are not a problem. |
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Camping is popular in El Salvador anywhere along the ocean. Roadside camping is generally not recommended. | Camping is popular in El Salvador anywhere along the ocean. Roadside camping is generally not recommended. | ||
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Purchase maps before arriving, good ones are very difficult to find in El Salvador. | Purchase maps before arriving, good ones are very difficult to find in El Salvador. | ||
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* Open Street Map: Appears to have good coverage.<ref>[http://www.openstreetmap.org/?lat=13.8&lon=-88.91&zoom=8&layers=M OpenStreetMap El Salvador]</ref> | * Open Street Map: Appears to have good coverage.<ref>[http://www.openstreetmap.org/?lat=13.8&lon=-88.91&zoom=8&layers=M OpenStreetMap El Salvador]</ref> | ||
* Garmin: Apparently no map of El Salvador. | * Garmin: Apparently no map of El Salvador. | ||
* TomTom: No map of El Salvador. <ref>[http://uk.support.tomtom.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/9885/ TomTom Map availability]</ref> | * TomTom: No map of El Salvador. <ref>[http://uk.support.tomtom.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/9885/ TomTom Map availability]</ref> | ||
| − | == | + | ==GPS co-ordinates for camping, propane, gas, repairs, etc. in {{PAGENAME}}== |
*[http://www.dare2go.com/campingCA.html#Salvador Camping Sites: El Salvador] - Detailed list of campsites and propane filling with description, directions and GPS co-ordinates. Some at hotels (lists facilities and price), some roadside and free. | *[http://www.dare2go.com/campingCA.html#Salvador Camping Sites: El Salvador] - Detailed list of campsites and propane filling with description, directions and GPS co-ordinates. Some at hotels (lists facilities and price), some roadside and free. | ||
*[http://www.questconnect.org/ca_camping.htm Central America Camping Locations] - List of campsites, with basic directions and GPS co-ordinates. Mostly free sites. | *[http://www.questconnect.org/ca_camping.htm Central America Camping Locations] - List of campsites, with basic directions and GPS co-ordinates. Mostly free sites. | ||
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* [http://www.whiteacorn.com/theamericas/camping/camping.php#log White Acorn camping log page] - GPS co-ordinates and excellent description of campsites] | * [http://www.whiteacorn.com/theamericas/camping/camping.php#log White Acorn camping log page] - GPS co-ordinates and excellent description of campsites] | ||
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| − | ==Guide Books== | + | ==Travel Guide Books== |
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''Add known good mechanics here.'' | ''Add known good mechanics here.'' | ||
| − | = | + | =Buy or sell a car or motorbike in {{PAGENAME}}= |
| − | + | '''Buy'''<br/> | |
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''Describe how a foreigner can buy a vehicle.'' | ''Describe how a foreigner can buy a vehicle.'' | ||
''List any difficulties or limitations on where the vehicle can be driven.'' | ''List any difficulties or limitations on where the vehicle can be driven.'' | ||
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''Describe how a foreigner can sell a foreign-plated vehicle, or list not possible.' | ''Describe how a foreigner can sell a foreign-plated vehicle, or list not possible.' | ||
Revision as of 17:15, 22 January 2012
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Contents
- 1 Entering El Salvador with a Car or Motorbike
- 2 Driving in El Salvador
- 3 Gas and Diesel price in El Salvador
- 4 Safety and Security Considerations
- 5 Camping in El Salvador
- 6 Navigation
- 7 Special Overland Travel interests
- 8 Vehicle Maintenance
- 9 Buy or sell a car or motorbike in El Salvador
- 10 References
- 11 Helpful External links
Entering El Salvador with a Car or Motorbike
Correct as of: February 2010
Required Paperwork
- Passport of registered owner (original and 1 copy).
- Vehicle registration (original and 1 copy).
- Drivers license of registered owner (original and 1 copy).
Process at border
(To check if you need a travel Visa for El Salvador, application instructions and fees see: El Salvador Visa online application at VisaHQ.com)
- The owner of the vehicle gains entry at immigration (migración), including a stamp in their Passport.
- The owner must show the new passport stamp, drivers license and the original vehicle registration to customs (aduana).
- The owner is issued a temporary import permit for the vehicle.
NOTE: You will encounter pushy locals offering to help you with paperwork to get across the border. See Border Crossing Helpers for advice.
Cost of entry
Free.
Permitted length of stay
90 days.
Extension of stay
Unknown.
Describe the process to extend the permitted length of entry for the vehicle, if possible.
Storing a vehicle and temporarily leaving the country
(unknown)
Describe if/how a vehicle can be stored, and for how long.
Also mention if the owner / temporary importer can leave the country while the vehicle is in storage.
Exiting with a vehicle
- The registered owner presents the temporary import paper to customs.
- The registered owner is stamped out of El Salvador at immigration.
Driving in El Salvador
Insurance requirements
Insurance is not required.
Cost of insurance
N/A
Where to purchase insurance
N/A
Driving license
Technically an International Driving Permit is required.
In reality, showing a license from anywhere in the world seems to be good enough.
Driving side of road
Right.
Right hand drive vehicles are permitted without problem.
Mandatory items in vehicle
None.
Roads
General Road quality
Roads in El Salvador vary greatly. The Pan American is paved and good quality for the length of the country, as are most other highways. Lesser roads are gravel and can be very bumpy and rutted.
Road signs
Road signs are uncommon, and can not be relied upon.
Toll roads
None.
Bribery in El Salvador
Police bribery is relatively common in El Salvador, so you should expect it to happen. See the bribery tips page for advice.
Checkpoints
Police checkpoints are common in El Salvador. You'll primarily be asked to show your Passport, Vehicle registration, drivers license, and the temporary import permit you were issued at the border.
Traveling with pets
Unknown.
List the entry requirements and anything else required to travel with a pet.
Gas and Diesel price in El Salvador
Last updated: January 2010
Currency and unit to display:
| Gasoline Grade | Price |
|---|---|
| Regular | ?? |
| Super (90) | ?? |
| Premium (95) | ?? |
| Ultra (97) | ?? |
| Normal Diesel | $0.77 USD per Liter[1] |
| Diesel (low sulfur) | ?? |
Gas and Diesel Availability / Frequency
Gasoline is common, shortages are not a problem.
Gas and Diesel Quality
Unknown.
Safety and Security Considerations
Driving at night
Driving at night is absolutely not recommended in El Salvador, due to safety considerations.
Vehicle parking
Find a secure parking lot to park for any length of time. Price unknown.
Special driving considerations
None.
Security advisories and information
- Country Specific Information - U.S. Department of State
- Travel Reports and Warnings - Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada
- Travel advice by country - Foreign and Commonwealth office (U.K.)
- Travel Advice for El Salvador - Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Camping in El Salvador
Camping is popular in El Salvador anywhere along the ocean. Roadside camping is generally not recommended.
Camping guide books
Unknown.
Drinking water
Tap water in El Salvador is not safe to drink.
Paper maps
Purchase maps before arriving, good ones are very difficult to find in El Salvador.
GPS Maps of El Salvador
- Open Street Map: Appears to have good coverage.[2]
- Garmin: Apparently no map of El Salvador.
- TomTom: No map of El Salvador. [3]
GPS co-ordinates for camping, propane, gas, repairs, etc. in El Salvador
- Camping Sites: El Salvador - Detailed list of campsites and propane filling with description, directions and GPS co-ordinates. Some at hotels (lists facilities and price), some roadside and free.
- Central America Camping Locations - List of campsites, with basic directions and GPS co-ordinates. Mostly free sites.
- Camping Log 1: Central America - List of campsites, shopping, fuel, propane and border crossings with excellent descriptions and GPS co-ordinates.
- White Acorn camping log page - GPS co-ordinates and excellent description of campsites]
Special Overland Travel interests
None.
Travel Guide Books
Vehicle Maintenance
Dealers
4x4s / Trucks
- Toyota Global Dealer Locator
- Land Rover International Dealer Locator
- Mercedes Benz International (select country on bottom right)
- Jeep International site locator
Motorbikes
Local Garages
Add known good mechanics here.
Buy or sell a car or motorbike in El Salvador
Buy
Unknown.
Describe how a foreigner can buy a vehicle.
List any difficulties or limitations on where the vehicle can be driven.
Sell
Unknown.
Describe how a foreigner can sell a foreign-plated vehicle, or list not possible.'
References
Helpful External links
- El Salvador: Visa and Passport requirements | World Travel Guide
- Health Information for Travelers to El Salvador - Center for Disease Control and Prevention
- El Salvador travel guides at wikivoyage
- El Salvador - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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