Motoring

Purchasing a car in Portugal is far easier than importing one. This Bulletin covers the ins and outs of vehicle purchase here.

Pay your car tax in Portugal with ease! This bulletin covers rates, exemptions, and a step-by-step guide for how to pay, including by Direct Debit.

Thinking of importing your car to Portugal? You’ll need to understand the process, eligibility for tax exemptions and the necessary documents. Get more information here in this comprehensive Bulletin.

Understand the process and documents required to register a vehicle in Portugal and how to transfer ownership.

A document you can download and use to inform the police that the vehicle is not being used without the owner’s knowledge if lent to a friend or family member to drive.

Did you know that Portugal's roadworthiness test includes a check for the vehicle's cleanliness?. If the vehicle is excessively dirty, it can fail the inspection as this may obscure important details that need to be assessed, or that for hybrid and electric cars, the inspection includes an analysis of the battery's conservation status and the high-voltage electrical circuit to ensure the safety and reliability of these vehicles? Find out more in this Bulletin.

The system for charging tolls on motorways in Portugal came into force in 2010 and there are several ways to make payments for trips on toll roads. This Bulletin includes information on how to identify toll roads and the various payment options, including visitors to Portugal and foreign registered vehicles.