Vehicles in Portugal

If you're looking to move to a car-friendly country, then Portugal could be the place for you. From data recorded until the end of 2018, and before the COVID-19 pandemic in the country, it can be concluded that the Portuguese are among the Europeans who use cars most to travel.

This is just one of the many questions on the lips of British expats in Portugal and throughout the EU now that Brexit is finally a reality.

Apart from new number plate formats, those of you driving in Portugal will soon notice a new traffic sign.

The Portuguese government has passed a law that affects the number and car license plate format that will come into force in four months. The new Portuguese license plates will consist of two groups of letters and two central digits (AA-01-AA).

The 2019 deadline for submitting IRS tax returns online in Portugal is 30th June. Today we consider whether a company car in Portugal should be declared in your income taxes.

From the 30th of May to the 2nd of June, all rally lovers can enjoy the world-renowned 2019 WRC Rally de Portugal. This famous rally features WRC and WRC2 cars, with soft or hard ground suspensions that help the driver during the high-speed race.

When you move to Portugal, it’ll really make you feel at home to have your car there. Whether you take your car from home or you buy one there, you’ll need to get insured, so how does car insurance work in Portugal?

We know moving to a new country is no easy task. It can all be a bit overwhelming and you might sometimes need a helping hand to figure things out. With that in mind, we have gathered together 10 tips that will make your life in Portugal a lot easier!

If you’re bringing a car from overseas into Portuguese territory permanently, you may want to register it. This isn’t necessary if your vehicle is only in the country for 180 days or less, but it’s highly advisable if you’re staying longer. Registration