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Mobile Phone Laws While Driving in Portugal 2025

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Using a handheld phone while driving in Portugal results in €120-600 fine and 2 penalty points. Hands-free devices are allowed but must not require manual operation.

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Mobile phone laws in Portugal

Penalties

ViolationFinePoints
Handheld use€120-6002
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What's prohibited

  • Holding phone while driving
  • Manual phone operation
  • Texting

What's allowed

  • Hands-free systems
  • Bluetooth earpiece
  • Voice-activated calling

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