Importing Motorbikes and Scooters

Find out the procedure for importing motorcycles and scooters into Portugal...

The procedure is virtually the same as for cars and other light vehicles except that a test will be required on noise emissions. Present the following documents to the IMT and Customs and Vehicle Registry as described above.

• Fill out a vehicle registration application form and give it to the official representative of the vehicle producer in Portugal for certification (Homologacão)
  • To download a registration form (in Portuguese)
• Take the motorbike or scooter to an IMT approved test centre (IPO) for a roadworthiness test including noise inspection

Registration can also be done online via the Automóvel Online platform. Online registrations benefit from a 15% discount.

• Importing a Car
• Importing an EU Vehicle
• Non-EU Vehicle Imports
• Motorbikes & Scooters
• Vehicle Registration
• Classic Cars
• Buying & Selling Cars
• Vehicle Insurance
• Green Card Insurance
• Vehicle Roadworthiness