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Vehicles drive on the right in Portugal. Unless otherwise indicated, vehicles coming from the right have priority in squares and at intersections. At junctions with roundabouts, vehicles already on the roundabout have right of way.Road signs comply with international rules.Compulsory papers: - Personal identification document- Driving license- Certificate of insurance- Proof of Mandatory Periodic Inspection (MOT)- Proof of vehicle registration and ownership or equivalent documentsOn the spot fines are issued.Speed limits for cars without trailers and motorcycles: 50 kph - in built-up areas 90 kph - on normal roads100 kph - on roads restricted to motor vehicles120 kph - on motorwaysAll occupants must wear seat belts.The Portuguese Highway Code forbids the use of mobile phones while driving, unless you’re using hands-free equipment or an earphone.Driving for disabled personsIn Portugal, the driving regulations for disabled persons relate solely to their physical and mental fitness and may result in restrictions or adaptations that must be mentioned in the driving licence.Disabled persons with a driving licence that is valid in Portugal may drive vehicles provided that they comply with the restrictions or adaptations relating to their situation.Parking cards for people with disabilities, based on the standardised Community model and issued by any of the Member States, are recognised in Portugal. The spaces reserved for this purpose are clearly signposted. Parking is permitted in other places, in situations of absolute necessity, provided that this is only for short periods of time and does not interfere with the normal and free circulation of pedestrians and vehicles.Alcohol, drinking and drivingIt is against the law to drive with a blood alcohol level of 0.5 grams per litre or more.- A blood alcohol level between 0,5 g/l and 0,8 g/l is considered a serious offence, and it is sanctioned with a driving inhibition between 1 month and a 1 year and a fee payment of an amount from 250 up to 1.250 euros. - A blood alcohol level between 0,8g/l and 1,2g/l is a very serious offence, sanctioned with a period of driving inhibition between 2 months and 2 years and a fee payment of an amount from 1.250 up to 2.500 euros. - A blood alcohol level of 1,2g/l or more is considered a crime, that can be punished with imprisonment up to 1 year or fee penalty up to 120 days, and driving inhibition between 3 months and 3 years.Car rentalsThere are car rental services at airports, international rail terminuses and in the main towns and cities. Drivers with mobility difficulties, or anyone who prefers to, can rent automatic or adapted vehicles. To rent a car you must: - be at least between 21 and 25 years old, depending on the company’s rental policy - show identification (identity card for EU citizens or a valid passport for other nationalities) - have had a driving licence for more than one year
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