Driving License Exchange in Portugal

Process to Exchange Driving License in Portugal.


The documents needed to exchange the driving license or authorization to drive, are the following:

- Citizen Card or Residence Permit  
- Only in some cases (Expression of Interest dated before 31/12/2021 or with proof of SEF appointment)
 - In case of submitting an Expression of Interest, it must be the “Certificate of Manifestation” that is issued through Sapa.
 - Valid Driving License
 - Authenticity of the driving license issued by the Driving Department from Home Country and completely attested as per your country's requirements.
 - Electronic medical examination
 - Valid SNS number (without the SNS number, the consultation is not carried out and the electronic medical certificate is not issued)

- Medical Certificate (SNS Required)