Driving Schools in Лисабон

Drive on the Right — Portugal uses right-hand traffic. Overtake on the left. Keep right except when overtaking on multi-lane roads.

Blood Alcohol Limits — General limit: 0.5 g/L. Novice drivers (first 3 years) and professional drivers: 0.2 g/L. Criminal offence at 1.2 g/L or above — punishable by up to 1 year imprisonment.

Via Verde Electronic Tolls — Portugal's Via Verde system (since 1991) enables electronic toll payment on motorways. Some motorways (former SCUT roads) are electronic-only with no cash booths. Rental cars should have a Via Verde device or use an online portal to pay within 5 days.

IPO Vehicle Inspection — Inspecao Periodica Obrigatoria (IPO) is mandatory. First inspection at 4 years after registration, every 2 years until age 8, then annually. Similar to MOT in the UK or TUV in Germany.

Phone Use Prohibited — Handheld phone use while driving is prohibited. Fine: €250–1,250 + 3 points (updated 2023). Hands-free systems (Bluetooth, built-in) are permitted. Applies to any handheld electronic device.

Seatbelts & Child Seats — Seatbelts mandatory for all occupants (front and rear). Children under 12 and shorter than 135 cm must use an appropriate child restraint system. Children under 3 must use a rear-facing seat in the back.