Motoring

Insights into what is involved in buying, selling & living in Portugal

Importing a car

Whether you live in Portugal, you are retired in Portugal or you are considering moving to Portugal, if you are planning to import a car to Portugal, there are some things you need to know. We thought it would help you if we elaborated a guide on how to import a car to Portugal. Read more →

Car Importation to Portugal

Importation/Registration of a Car The easiest way of acquiring a vehicle with valid Portuguese registration documents is to purchase a new vehicle from an authorised agent in Portugal who will register the vehicle for you. This has the added advantage of having agents close by to provide service, guarantees, and spare parts. Read more →

Car Issues

CAR DOCUMENTS Cars that were registered or changed ownership before November 2005 will have to documents, Titulo de Registo de Propriedade (blue) and Livrete (green). After November 2005 a new document “Documento Único” was introduced to substitute these too which will be done gradually as the cars are re-registered. The Police may ask for these to be shown at any time. Read more →