Driver’s Licence Exchange in Portugal - Do you really have to exchange your licence?

Driver’s Licence Exchange in Portugal - Do you really have to exchange your licence?


Whether you are considering driving in Portugal or not, you might find yourself confused about whether you need to exchange your driving licence. Additionally, you may also be wondering how to navigate the exchange process and stay up-to-date with the latest requirements. Well, you’re not alone!

To bring clarity to this important issue, our expert guest, the Automobile Club of Portugal (ACP), will guide you through the essential information you need to know.

00:00 Introduction
03:10 How many days can you use your licence in Portugal?
03:41 List of OECD countries - licence exchange may not be required
04:04 Requirements for OECD & CPLP countries
04:37 UK issued driving licences
05:00 OECD, CPCLP & UK need to register within 60 days
05:18 All other countries including EU - Pay attention, you need to exchange your licence
06:53 List of countries with bilateral agreements/reciprocity recognition
08:32 Driving licences from non-signatory countries
09:24 How to exchange your licence
10:06 About ACP with exchanging your licence
11:40 Over 60 & from the UK, do you need to exchange your licence?
12:16 Over 60 & from the USA, do you need to exchange your licence?
13:34 Details about the medical certificate
14:35 Certificates of authenticity
16:00 About the exchange process & possible difficulties
19:42 Do you need to surrender your old licence?
21:21 Visa & licence exchange timeline
22:54 If your licence is over 15 years old, it could be better to renew before you move to Portugal
24:05 Can I apply for my Portuguese licence and still keep my US licence for trips?
25:38 Heavy vehicle licence
26:45 From the US - Do I need to exchange if I do not plan to drive in Portugal?
29:42 Problems - Waiting times for licences
32:01 How can I get a certificate of authenticity?
34:55 ACP membership

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The ACP is recognised as Portugal’s largest club and was founded over 100 years ago, in 1903! It is a great source of support, services, and information for motorists moving to or living in Portugal.

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