Traffic rulesPortugal
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The driving-licence system in Portugal
Who issues driving licences in Portugal?
The Institute for Mobility and Transport (IMT) is responsible for issuing Portuguese driving licences.
Who conducts driving examinations?
Examinations are conducted by the IMT or by authorised private examination centres.
Is a Portuguese licence valid throughout Portugal?
Yes. A valid licence is recognised throughout mainland Portugal and the autonomous regions, subject to its categories and restrictions.
Is a Portuguese licence recognised elsewhere in Europe?
Yes. A valid Portuguese EU-format licence is generally recognised throughout the EU and EEA.
Can one person hold two EU driving licences?
No. EU rules generally permit only one valid EU or EEA driving licence at a time.
What is IMT Online?
It is the IMT platform for biometric updates, renewals, replacements and other supported services.
What is A Minha Carta de Condução?
It is an IMT platform for viewing licence information and completing supported driver transactions.
What is the Driver Counter?
The Balcão do Condutor allows drivers to view licence points, infringements, alerts and unpaid fines.
Can licence information be viewed digitally?
Supported government applications can display licence data, but the physical card should be carried when required, especially abroad.
Do driving-school prices differ?
Yes. IMT fees are regulated, while tuition, lessons, vehicle use and administration vary between schools.
Eligibility and first applications
What is the minimum age for category B?
The minimum age is 18 years.
What is the minimum age for category B1?
The minimum age is 16 years.
Can a minor obtain B1 without parental authorisation?
No. Written authorisation and evidence from the person exercising parental responsibility are required.
Must an applicant reside in Portugal?
Yes. The applicant must satisfy the normal-residence requirement.
Must the applicant be physically and mentally fit?
Yes.
Can a person apply while prohibited from driving?
No. A current prohibition, disqualification or security measure preventing licence issue must first end.
Where does a category B applicant normally begin?
At an authorised driving school, which registers the learner and manages training and examinations.
What identification is normally required?
A valid identity document showing residence in Portugal and a Portuguese tax identification number.
Is a medical certificate required?
Yes. An electronic medical certificate is required.
Can a foreign resident use the ordinary Portuguese examination route?
Yes, if residence, identity, age, health, training and examination requirements are met.
Can false documents invalidate the process?
Yes. Fraud, impersonation or false declarations can cause refusal, cancellation and criminal consequences.
Must both theory and practical tests be passed?
Yes.
Medical fitness, psychology and disability
Who issues the electronic medical certificate?
A doctor practising lawfully in Portugal transmits it electronically to the IMT.
Is eyesight assessed?
Yes. Visual acuity, visual field and other relevant functions form part of the medical assessment.
Can glasses or contact lenses be required?
Yes. A harmonised code can require corrective lenses whenever the holder drives.
Can a licence require an adapted vehicle?
Yes. Codes may require an automatic transmission, hand controls or another adaptation.
Does disability automatically prevent licensing?
No. Fitness is assessed individually and adapted-vehicle entitlement may be granted.
When is a psychological assessment required?
It is required for Group 2 drivers and in other cases specified by law or requested by the authority.
Who belongs to Group 2?
Heavy-vehicle and bus categories and certain B or BE drivers engaged in emergency, patient, school, child, taxi or rental passenger transport.
Can medical fitness shorten licence validity?
Yes.
Can the IMT require a new assessment later?
Yes. New medical information can lead to review, restrictions, suspension or non-renewal.
Must a driver stop driving when temporarily unfit?
Yes. Illness, medication, fatigue or another condition can make driving unsafe despite a valid card.
Driving school, learning permit and training
Is category B training completed through a driving school?
Yes. The learner normally enrols at an authorised school.
What is the learning permit?
It is the document authorising instruction and learner driving within the official training process.
Who requests the learning permit?
The driving school normally handles the application.
Can the learner practise alone?
No.
Who must accompany learner driving?
An authorised driving instructor during official instruction.
Can private family supervision replace the instructor?
No. Portugal does not use a general private-supervisor route for category B training.
Can theory instruction be delivered digitally?
Authorised schools may use legally compliant methods, but attendance and curriculum rules must be followed.
Is a minimum curriculum required?
Yes. Training must cover the statutory theory and practical programme.
Can extra practical lessons be taken?
Yes.
Can an automatic car be used for training?
Yes.
What restriction follows an automatic practical test?
Code 78, limiting the holder to vehicles without a manual clutch.
How is code 78 removed?
By passing the applicable practical test in a manual-transmission vehicle.
The category B theory examination
How many questions are in the category B theory test?
There are 30 questions.
How long does it last?
30 minutes.
How many correct answers are required?
At least 27 correct answers.
How are answers presented?
Each question has between two and four possible answers, with only one correct answer.
Can the selected answer be changed?
Yes, before the examination ends.
What topics are tested?
Traffic rules, signs, safe behaviour, vehicle responsibilities, vulnerable road users and driving risks.
Does the IMT publish official questions?
Yes. The IMT makes official examination-question material available.
Can a foreign-language version be requested?
A candidate who lacks sufficient Portuguese can request an authorised translation under the IMT procedure.
Can sign-language interpretation be requested?
Yes. A deaf candidate can request an accredited sign-language interpreter.
When is the result produced?
At the end of the examination through the central IMT system.
How long is a theory pass valid?
One year, during which the practical test must be passed.
Can a failed candidate inspect incorrect answers?
Yes. The candidate can view incorrect questions under the prescribed review procedure.
The category B practical examination
What are the main parts of the practical test?
Vehicle knowledge and preparation, special manoeuvres and driving in normal urban and non-urban traffic.
What is the minimum duration for B, B1 and BE?
At least 40 minutes.
How much time may be used for preparation and technical checks?
No more than five minutes of the minimum test duration.
Who sits in the front passenger seat?
The examiner.
Can the driving instructor accompany the test?
Yes. The instructor normally sits immediately behind the examiner.
What does the examiner assess?
Vehicle control, observation, priority, positioning, speed, signalling, manoeuvres and safe independent driving.
Can one dangerous error cause failure?
Yes. Dangerous conduct or examiner intervention can cause immediate failure.
Can repeated smaller errors cause failure?
Yes.
Must the candidate present valid identification?
Yes.
Can an automatic vehicle be used?
Yes, resulting in code 78 unless manual entitlement is later obtained.
Can a failed candidate retake the test?
Yes, subject to a new booking, payment and validity of the theory result.
Can a complaint be submitted?
Yes. A complaint about either examination component must normally be filed within two working days.
Probationary driving and first-licence rules
How long is the probationary period?
The first three years of the first driving licence.
Does it apply after exchanging a licence held for more than three years?
Normally no, unless a relevant proceeding is pending.
Can obtaining another category trigger probation?
Yes. Holders of AM, A1 or light-quadricycle entitlement can enter probation when obtaining another category.
What alcohol limit applies during probation?
0.2 g/L blood alcohol.
What happens after one very serious offence during probation?
The licence is cancelled once the decision becomes final.
What happens after two serious offences?
The same cancellation consequence applies.
What happens after a road-traffic crime?
The probationary licence can be cancelled.
Can the probationary period be extended while a case is pending?
Yes. It continues until the decision becomes final.
Does the driver need a novice plate?
No general novice plate is required.
Can a new licence be obtained after cancellation?
Yes, but only after the disqualification period and the required special examination procedure.
Driving-licence categories and motorcycle entitlements
What does category AM cover?
Mopeds and light quadricycles.
What is the minimum age for AM?
Normally 16 years.
What does category A1 cover?
Motorcycles up to 125 cm³, 11 kW and the prescribed power-to-weight ratio.
What does category A2 cover?
Motorcycles up to 35 kW with the prescribed power-to-weight and derivation limits.
What does category A cover?
Unrestricted motorcycles under the direct or progressive access rules.
What does category B1 cover?
Quadricycles.
What does category B cover?
Light motor vehicles up to 3,500 kg with no more than eight passenger seats in addition to the driver.
What trailer can category B tow?
A trailer up to 750 kg, or a heavier trailer where the combination remains within the category B limit.
What does code 96 permit?
A category B combination above 3,500 kg but not exceeding 4,250 kg.
What does category BE cover?
A category B towing vehicle with a trailer or semi-trailer within BE and technical limits.
Which B holders can generally drive an A1 motorcycle?
Those aged at least 25, or younger holders who already possess a valid moped entitlement.
Does category B authorise unrestricted motorcycles?
No.
Heavy vehicles, professional drivers and Code 95
What do categories C1 and C cover?
C1 covers medium goods vehicles; C covers heavier goods vehicles.
What do categories D1 and D cover?
D1 covers smaller buses; D covers larger passenger vehicles.
Must a heavy-category applicant hold category B?
Yes.
What is CAM?
The Certificado de Aptidão de Motorista is the professional driver qualification for many goods and passenger drivers.
How is Code 95 recorded?
It is entered on the driving licence after the professional qualification requirements are met.
What is the full initial qualification duration?
At least 280 hours.
Is an accelerated route available?
Yes. The accelerated initial qualification has a minimum duration of 140 hours.
Is periodic training required?
Yes. It must be completed every five years.
How long is periodic training?
Normally 35 hours.
Does Code 95 replace the correct C or D category?
No.
Validity, renewal and replacement
How often are newer Group 1 licences normally renewed before age 60?
Every 15 years from the relevant issue or renewal date.
What renewals follow at older ages?
At 60, 65 and 70, then every two years from age 70.
What special rule applies when the licence was first issued after age 58?
The first renewal is normally due at age 65.
How often are newer Group 2 licences renewed before age 70?
Every five years.
What happens to D categories at age 67?
D1, D1E, D and DE cease to be valid and cannot be renewed.
How early can renewal be requested?
During the six months before expiry.
Can renewal be completed online?
Yes, through supported IMT Online or gov.pt services.
What happens if the licence expired more than two years ago?
A special practical examination is required.
What happens after loss, theft or damage?
The holder requests a duplicate or replacement through the IMT.
Does a duplicate restore suspended entitlement or create a new validity period?
No. It follows the official record and normally preserves the existing expiry.
Foreign licences and exchange
Can an EU or EEA licence be used in Portugal?
Yes. A valid licence is generally recognised.
Must an EU or EEA licence always be exchanged?
No, although registration, renewal or exchange can become necessary depending on residence and validity.
Can qualifying OECD and CPLP licences be used after residence begins?
Yes, when the current age, validity, convention and document conditions are satisfied.
What age limit applies to that special recognition?
The holder must be under 60 years old.
How recent must the foreign licence be?
No more than 15 years may have passed since issue or last renewal.
Must the licence remain valid and unsuspended?
Yes.
Can every foreign licence be exchanged without examinations?
No. The issuing country, convention, agreement and categories determine the procedure.
Is a Portuguese medical certificate required for exchange?
Yes.
Must authenticity be certified for many non-EU licences?
Yes, by the issuing authority or a diplomatic or consular service.
Is the exchange application available online?
Yes. The IMT service portal supports the process.
Points, alcohol and licence sanctions
How many points does a driver begin with?
12 points.
How can the balance increase?
Three points can be added after each qualifying three-year offence-free period, up to 15 points.
What happens with a balance of five or four points?
Mandatory road-safety training is required.
What happens with a balance of three, two or one point?
The driver must take a theory examination.
What happens at zero points?
The licence is revoked, and the person must wait two years before obtaining a new one.
How many points are normally lost for a serious offence?
Usually two, or three for specified aggravated offences.
How many points are normally lost for a very serious offence?
Usually four, or five for specified aggravated offences.
How many points are lost for a road-traffic crime?
Six.
What is the general alcohol limit?
0.5 g/L blood alcohol.
Who is subject to the lower 0.2 g/L limit?
Probationary drivers and specified professional, emergency, child-transport, taxi, heavy-vehicle and dangerous-goods drivers.
Sources and methodology
How was this FAQ prepared?
This FAQ was prepared from current IMT, gov.pt, ANSR and consolidated Portuguese legislation.
Which source explains category B eligibility?
IMT: light vehicles and category BWhich source defines theory and practical examinations?
Diário da República: Driving Entitlement RegulationWhich source provides official examination questions?
IMT: official examination questionsWhich source explains first licence issue?
IMT: first driving licenceWhich source explains renewal dates?
Gov.pt: renew a driving licenceWhich source explains the points system?
ANSR: driving licence pointsWhich source explains the Driver Counter?
Gov.pt: Driver CounterWhich source explains OECD and CPLP licence recognition?
IMT: OECD and CPLP driving licencesIs this website affiliated with a Portuguese authority?
This website is an independent educational resource and is not affiliated with the IMT, ANSR, a driving school, examination centre, medical provider or government service desk.
Official legislation and instructions from the competent authority always take precedence. Last reviewed: 4 August 2026.
1. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that trucks and trailers are prohibited. Trucks and vehicles towing trailers covered by the sign may not enter or continue beyond it. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • Traffic sign C4b • No goods vehicles or motor vehicles towing trailers. Access is prohibited to goods vehicles and motor vehicles towing trailers.
Português • C4b • Trânsito proibido a automóveis de mercadorias e a veículos a motor com reboque. Indicação de acesso interdito a automóveis de mercadorias, bem como a veículos a motor com reboque.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 24.º • C4b
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • C4b • página 14
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2015-03-02. Wikimedia original unmodified.
2. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that motorcycles, cars and horsecarts are prohibited. Motorcycles, cars and horse-drawn vehicles may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • Traffic sign C4c • No motor vehicles, motorcycles or animal-drawn vehicles. Access is prohibited to motor vehicles, motorcycles and animal-drawn vehicles.
Português • C4c • Trânsito proibido a automóveis, a motociclos e a veículos de tração animal. Indicação de acesso interdito a automóveis, a motociclos e a veículos de tração animal.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 24.º • C4c
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • C4c • página 14
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2025-11-02. Wikimedia original unmodified.
3. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the start of a mandatory path for pedestrians. Pedestrians must use the designated path, while other road users may use it only where the applicable signs or local rules permit them to do so.
English • Traffic sign D7b • Compulsory footpath. Pedestrians must use the path specifically provided for them.
Português • D7b • Pista obrigatória para peões. Indicação de que os peões são obrigados a utilizar uma pista que lhes é especialmente destinada.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 27.º • D7b
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • D7b • página 16
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Republic of Portugal • Public domain • Source revision 2015-03-03. Wikimedia original unmodified.
4. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the end of the road with one-way traffic. The preceding one-way traffic arrangement ends at this point. Follow the traffic signs and road layout that apply beyond the sign.
5. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign means stop and give way. You must come to a complete stop before entering the intersection and give way to traffic that has priority. Proceed only when it is safe.
English • Traffic sign B2 • Stop at the junction. Drivers must stop before entering the junction beside the sign and give way to all vehicles on the road they are entering.
Português • B2 • Paragem obrigatória no cruzamento ou entroncamento. Indicação de que o condutor é obrigado a parar antes de entrar no cruzamento ou entroncamento junto do qual o sinal se encontra colocado e ceder a passagem a todos os veículos que transitem na via em que vai entrar.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Fer1997 • CC BY-SA 3.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 21.º • B2
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • B2 • página 12
SVG source: Fer1997 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Original revision 2016-09-01. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork verified against Ansr.pt • official published diagram B2.
6. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that horsecarts are prohibited. Horse-drawn vehicles may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • Traffic sign C3i • No animal-drawn vehicles. Access is prohibited to animal-drawn vehicles.
Português • C3i • Trânsito proibido a veículos de tração animal. Indicação de acesso interdito a veículos de tração animal.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 24.º • C3i
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • C3i • página 13
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2025-11-02. Wikimedia original unmodified.
7. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for children. Children may be present on or near the road and may cross unexpectedly. Reduce speed, scan both sides of the road carefully and be prepared to stop.
English • Traffic sign A14 • Children. Indicates a place frequented by children, such as a school, playground or similar place.
Português • A14 • Crianças. Indicação de um lugar frequentado por crianças, como escola, parque de jogos ou outro similar.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 19.º • A14
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • A14 • página 10
SVG source: Republic of Portugal • Public domain • Original revision 2022-07-09. Wikimedia original unmodified.
8. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the start of a no-parking zone. The parking prohibition applies throughout the zone according to the applicable zonal rules until the zone is ended or another rule replaces it.
English • Traffic sign G2a • No-parking zone. Marks entry to a zone where parking is prohibited.
Português • G2a • Zona de estacionamento proibido. Indicação de entrada numa zona em que o estacionamento é proibido.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 32.º • G2a
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • G2a • página 18
SVG source: Republic of Portugal • Public domain • Original revision 2015-03-10. Wikimedia original unmodified.
9. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a movable bridge. The bridge ahead can open, lift or move to allow water traffic to pass. Reduce speed and be prepared to stop when required by barriers, traffic lights or other signals.
English • Traffic sign A10 • Opening bridge. Warns of a movable bridge that temporarily interrupts traffic when raised.
Português • A10 • Ponte móvel. Indicação da proximidade de um local onde existe uma ponte móvel que, quando levantada, interrompe temporariamente a circulação.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 19.º • A10
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • A10 • página 10
SVG source: Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Original revision 2015-03-17. Wikimedia original unmodified.
10. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for successive curves, with the first curve to the left. Reduce speed before entering the winding section, maintain your lane position and be prepared for further changes in direction.
English • Traffic sign A1d • Left bend followed by a reverse bend. Warns of a series of dangerous bends, first to the left.
Português • A1d • Curva à esquerda e contracurva. Indicação da proximidade de uma sucessão de curvas perigosas, sendo a primeira à esquerda.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 19.º • A1d
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • A1d • página 10
SVG source: Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Original revision 2015-03-16. Wikimedia original unmodified.
11. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the end of the mandatory path for cattle. The requirement associated with the designated path ends at this point. Cattle must continue according to the subsequent route, other traffic signs and applicable local rules.
English • Traffic sign D13d • End of compulsory path for herds of livestock. Marks the end of the compulsory livestock path.
Português • D13d • Fim da pista obrigatória para gado em manada. Indicação de que terminou a pista obrigatória para gado em manada.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 27.º • D13d
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • D13d • página 16
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2015-03-03. Wikimedia original unmodified.
12. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign shows the junction layout, directions and destinations. The diagram shows how the roads are arranged and which direction leads to each indicated destination or route.
English • Traffic sign I2a • Diagrammatic advance direction sign. Shows destinations for each direction in the diagram and identifies the associated roads; traffic signs may be included.
Português • I2a • Pré-aviso gráfico. Tem inscritos os destinos referidos a cada uma das direções do esquema gráfico, bem como a identificação das vias que lhes estão associadas, podendo conter sinais verticais.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 36.º • I2a
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • I2a • página 22
SVG source: Mortadelo2005 • Public domain • Original revision 2006-09-01. Wikimedia original unmodified.
13. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the national speed limits. The applicable default maximum speeds depend on the road type, vehicle category and local traffic rules when no different speed limit is indicated.
English • Traffic sign H28 • Speed limits. Shows the general speed limits inside and outside built-up areas, on motorways and on roads reserved for motor vehicles and motorcycles.
Português • H28 • Limites de velocidade. Indicação dos limites gerais de velocidade em vigor, dentro e fora das localidades, nas autoestradas e vias reservadas a automóveis e motociclos.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Fer1997 • CC BY-SA 3.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 34.º • H28
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • H28 • página 20
SVG source: Fer1997 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Original revision 2021-05-06. Wikimedia original unmodified.
14. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the end of the overtaking prohibition for trucks. The preceding truck overtaking restriction ends at this point. Other overtaking rules and restrictions may still apply.
English • Traffic sign C20d • End of overtaking prohibition for heavy motor vehicles. Marks where the prohibition imposed by sign C14b ends.
Português • C20d • Fim da proibição de ultrapassar para automóveis pesados. Indicação do local a partir do qual deixa de ser proibida a ultrapassagem para automóveis pesados imposta pelo sinal C14b.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 24.º • C20d
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • C20d • página 15
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2015-03-02. Wikimedia original unmodified.
15. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for accidents. It warns drivers of an accident hazard or an accident affecting the road ahead. Reduce speed, increase your following distance and be prepared for stopped traffic, emergency services or an obstruction.
English • Traffic sign A31 • Road obstructed. Warns of a section of public road where vehicles obstruct traffic.
Português • A31 • Obstrução da via. Indicação da proximidade de um troço de via pública onde a circulação se encontra obstruída por veículos.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Fry1989 eh? • CC BY-SA 3.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 19.º • A31
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • A31 • página 11
SVG source: Fry1989 eh? • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Original revision 2015-03-16. Wikimedia original unmodified.
16. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a checkpoint with restricted entry. Road users may not proceed beyond the checkpoint unless they are authorised or permitted to continue according to the applicable rules and instructions.
English • Traffic sign C18 • Stop at customs. Drivers must stop at the customs post ahead.
Português • C18 • Paragem obrigatória na alfândega. Indicação de que o condutor é obrigado a parar no posto alfandegário de que se aproxima.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 24.º • C18
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • C18 • página 14
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2015-03-02. Wikimedia original unmodified.
17. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the start of a zone with a speed limit. The displayed speed limit applies throughout the zone according to the applicable zonal rules, until the zone is ended or another rule replaces it.
English • Traffic sign G4 • Speed limit zone. Marks entry to a zone where the maximum speed is limited to the value shown.
Português • G4 • Zona de velocidade limitada. Indicação de entrada numa zona em que a velocidade máxima está limitada à indicada no sinal.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 32.º • G4
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • G4 • página 18
SVG source: Republic of Portugal • Public domain • Original revision 2015-03-10. Wikimedia original unmodified.
18. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a steep descent. A steep downhill gradient lies ahead and the vehicle may gain speed quickly. Reduce speed before the descent, select a suitable gear and use engine braking where appropriate. Allow extra distance for heavy or towing vehicles.
English • Traffic sign A3a • Dangerous descent. Indicates a descent that is steep or otherwise dangerous for traffic; the gradient is shown as a percentage.
Português • A3a • Descida perigosa. Indicação de descida de inclinação acentuada ou que, por quaisquer outras circunstâncias, constitui perigo para o trânsito; em inscrição é indicada a inclinação da descida, em percentagem.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 19.º • A3a
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • A3a • página 10
SVG source: Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Original revision 2020-08-04. Wikimedia original unmodified.
19. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a road narrowing. The available width of the road or carriageway decreases ahead. Reduce speed, maintain sufficient lateral clearance and watch carefully for approaching or adjacent traffic.
English • Traffic sign A4a • Narrow passage. Indicates a narrowing of the road in the configuration shown.
Português • A4a • Passagem estreita. Indicação de um estreitamento da via, com a configuração constante do sinal.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 19.º • A4a
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • A4a • página 10
SVG source: Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Original revision 2015-03-17. Wikimedia original unmodified.
20. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that overtaking is prohibited for motorcycles. Motorcyclists covered by the sign may not overtake where the prohibition applies.
English • Traffic sign C14c • No overtaking by motorcycles or mopeds. Overtaking is prohibited for motorcycles, mopeds, tricycles, quadricycles and cycles.
Português • C14c • Proibição de ultrapassar para motociclos e ciclomotores. Indicação de que é proibida a ultrapassagem para os motociclos, ciclomotores, triciclos, quadriciclos e velocípedes.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Fry1989 eh? • CC BY-SA 3.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 24.º • C14c
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • C14c • página 14
SVG source: Fry1989 eh? • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Original revision 2014-06-15. Wikimedia original unmodified.
21. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the end of the snow-chain requirement. The requirement imposed by the preceding snow-chain sign ends at this point. Other winter-equipment requirements may still apply under the applicable local rules or road conditions.
English • Traffic sign D15 • End of compulsory snow chains. Marks where the obligation imposed by sign D9 ends.
Português • D15 • Fim da obrigação de utilizar correntes de neve. Indicação do local a partir do qual termina a obrigação imposta pelo sinal D9.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 27.º • D15
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • D15 • página 16
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2015-03-03. Wikimedia original unmodified.
22. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that pedestrians, mopeds, cattle and handcarts are prohibited. The indicated road users may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • Traffic sign C4e • No pedestrians, animals or vehicles other than motor vehicles or motorcycles. Access is prohibited to pedestrians, animals, animal-drawn vehicles, cycles, mopeds, motorcycles and tricycles with an engine capacity not exceeding 50 cm3, quadricycles, agricultural vehicles, tourist trains, and vehicles or vehicle combinations unable to exceed 60 km/h on level ground or subject to a maximum speed of 60 km/h or less.
Português • C4e • Trânsito proibido a peões, a animais e a veículos que não sejam automóveis ou motociclos. Indicação de acesso interdito a peões, animais, veículos de tração animal, velocípedes, ciclomotores, motociclos e triciclos de cilindrada não superior a 50 cm3, quadriciclos, veículos agrícolas, comboios turísticos, bem como a veículos ou conjuntos de veículos insuscetíveis de atingir em patamar velocidade superior a 60 km/h ou aos quais tenha sido fixada velocidade máxima igual ou inferior àquele valor.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 24.º • C4e
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • C4e • página 14
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2015-03-02. Wikimedia original unmodified.
23. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the route to use for a left turn. Follow the indicated route instead of turning left directly at this point.
English • Traffic sign I6 • Advance route sign. Shows the route needed to turn left where a left turn is prohibited at the next junction; the diagram must match the road layout.
Português • I6 • Pré-sinalização de itinerário. Indica o itinerário que é necessário seguir para virar à esquerda nos casos em que esta manobra está interdita na intersecção mais próxima, devendo o esquema do itinerário ser ajustado à configuração das vias.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 36.º • I6
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • I6 • página 23
SVG source: Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Original revision 2015-03-10. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork verified against Ansr.pt • official published diagram I6.
24. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for loose chippings. Loose stones or gravel may reduce tyre grip and can be thrown up by passing vehicles. Reduce speed, increase your following distance and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering movements.
English • Traffic sign A6 • Loose chippings. Warns of a road section where chippings may be thrown up.
Português • A6 • Projeção de gravilha. Indicação da proximidade de um troço de via em que existe o risco de projeção de gravilha.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Fer1997 • CC BY-SA 3.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 19.º • A6
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • A6 • página 10
SVG source: Fer1997 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Original revision 2015-03-16. Wikimedia original unmodified.
25. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the end of a lane. The displayed lane arrangement shows which lane ends and how the remaining traffic lanes continue.
English • Traffic sign H32 • Lane ends. Indicates the removal of a lane; the diagram may be adapted to the actual layout under annexed table XVI. The diagram may be adapted to the road's actual layout under article 35, paragraph 11.
Português • H32 • Supressão de via de trânsito. Indicação de supressão de uma via de trânsito, podendo o seu desenho ser ajustado à configuração existente de acordo com o quadro XVI, em anexo. O desenho pode ser ajustado à configuração existente da via, nos termos do artigo 35.º, n.º 11.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 34.º • H32
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • H32 • página 21
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • RST • artigo 35.º, n.º 11
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2015-03-04. Wikimedia original unmodified.
26. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the start of a parking zone. The parking rules indicated for the zone apply throughout it according to the applicable signs and local regulations.
English • Traffic sign G1 • Parking zone. Marks entry to a zone where parking is permitted.
Português • G1 • Zona de estacionamento autorizado. Indicação de entrada numa zona em que o estacionamento é autorizado.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 32.º • G1
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • G1 • página 18
SVG source: Republic of Portugal • Public domain • Original revision 2015-03-10. Wikimedia original unmodified.
27. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates an advisory speed. The displayed value recommends an appropriate speed for the road or conditions ahead. Its legal effect depends on the applicable local rules.
English • Traffic sign H6 • Recommended speed. Shows the maximum speed at which drivers are advised to travel.
Português • H6 • Velocidade recomendada. Indicação da velocidade máxima a que o condutor é aconselhado a transitar.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 34.º • H6
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • H6 • página 19
Replacement SVG: Commons.wikimedia.org • Wikimedia Commons original • Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Original revision 2022-01-29. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork verified against Ansr.pt • official published diagram H6.
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Source revision 2022-01-29. Wikimedia original unmodified.
28. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that pedestrians are prohibited. Pedestrians may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • Traffic sign C3l • No pedestrians. Pedestrian traffic is prohibited.
Português • C3l • Trânsito proibido a peões. Indicação da proibição do trânsito de peões.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 24.º • C3l
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • C3l • página 13
SVG source: Republic of Portugal • Public domain • Original revision 2021-05-06. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork verified against Ansr.pt • official published diagram C3l.
29. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a dead end street with a passage for pedestrians and cyclists. The road has no through route for motor vehicles, but pedestrians and cyclists can continue beyond the dead end.
30. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the start of an expressway. From this point, the traffic rules and access conditions that apply to expressways take effect according to the applicable local regulations.
English • Traffic sign H25 • Road reserved for motor vehicles and motorcycles. Marks entry to a reserved road, where the traffic rules specific to this road type apply.
Português • H25 • Via reservada a automóveis e motociclos. Indicação de entrada numa via reservada, vigorando na mesma, por consequência, as regras de trânsito especialmente destinadas a este tipo de vias.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 34.º • H25
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • H25 • página 20
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2015-03-04. Wikimedia original unmodified.
31. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that motorcycles and cars are prohibited. Motorcycles and cars may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • Traffic sign C4a • No motor vehicles or motorcycles. Access is prohibited to motor vehicles and motorcycles.
Português • C4a • Trânsito proibido a automóveis e motociclos. Indicação de acesso interdito a automóveis e motociclos.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 24.º • C4a
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • C4a • página 13
Replacement SVG: Commons.wikimedia.org • Wikimedia Commons original • Government of Slovenia • Public domain • Original revision 2014-05-12. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork verified against Ansr.pt • official published diagram C4a.
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Government of Slovenia • Public domain • Source revision 2014-05-12. Wikimedia original unmodified.
32. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the end of the no-parking zone. The zonal parking prohibition ends at this point. Other parking restrictions or conditions may still apply.
English • Traffic sign G7a • End of no-stopping and no-parking zone. Marks the end of the zone where stopping and parking were prohibited.
Português • G7a • Fim de zona de paragem e estacionamento proibidos. Indicação de que terminou a zona em que a paragem e o estacionamento eram proibidos.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 32.º • G7a
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • G7a • página 18
SVG source: Republic of Portugal • Public domain • Original revision 2015-03-10. Wikimedia original unmodified.
33. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a mandatory direction to the left. Traffic must proceed to the left at the sign and may not continue straight ahead or to the right.
English • Traffic sign D1b • Compulsory direction. Drivers must follow the direction shown by the arrow.
Português • D1b • Sentido obrigatório. Indicação da obrigação de seguir no sentido indicado pela seta inscrita no sinal.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 27.º • D1b
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • D1b • página 15
Replacement SVG: Commons.wikimedia.org • Wikimedia Commons original • Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Original revision 2025-09-17. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork verified against Ansr.pt • official published diagram D1b.
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Source revision 2025-09-17. Wikimedia original unmodified.
34. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a mandatory lane for trucks. Trucks must use the designated lane where the sign applies. Other road users may use the lane only where the applicable signs or local rules permit them to do so.
English • Traffic sign D5a • Compulsory lane for goods vehicles. All goods vehicles must use the indicated lane; a mass in tonnes on a supplementary plate limits the obligation to vehicles or combinations whose gross mass exceeds that value.
Português • D5a • Via obrigatória para automóveis de mercadorias. Indicação da obrigação para todos os automóveis de mercadorias de circularem pela via de trânsito a que se refere o sinal; a inscrição do peso, em toneladas, em painel adicional, indica que a obrigação só se aplica quando o peso bruto do veículo ou conjunto de veículos for superior ao peso referido.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 27.º • D5a
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • D5a • página 15
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2015-03-03. Wikimedia original unmodified.
35. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the end of the minimum speed. The previously indicated minimum speed no longer applies beyond this point. Continue to follow any other posted speed requirements and the applicable traffic rules.
English • Traffic sign D14 • End of compulsory minimum speed of ... km/h. Marks where the obligation imposed by sign D8 ends.
Português • D14 • Fim da obrigação de transitar à velocidade mínima de ... km/h. Indicação do local a partir do qual termina a obrigação imposta pelo sinal D8.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 27.º • D14
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • D14 • página 16
Replacement SVG: Commons.wikimedia.org • Wikimedia Commons original • Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Original revision 2013-09-15. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork verified against Ansr.pt • official published diagram D14.
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Source revision 2013-09-15. Wikimedia original unmodified.
36. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a danger with no specific traffic sign. It's a general warning sign used when there is a hazard ahead that does not have its own dedicated warning sign. For example: road accidents, flooded roads and roads blocked by fallen trees. It usually has a supplementary sign attached that tells drivers of what hazard to expect.
English • Traffic sign A29 • Other dangers. Indicates a danger other than those shown on the other warning signs.
Português • A29 • Outros perigos. Indicação de um perigo diferente de qualquer dos indicados nos restantes sinais de perigo.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 19.º • A29
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • A29 • página 11
SVG source: Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Original revision 2015-03-17. Wikimedia original unmodified.
37. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that vehicles longer than indicated are prohibited. A vehicle or vehicle combination whose overall length, including its load, exceeds the displayed limit may not continue beyond the sign.
English • Traffic sign C7 • No vehicles or vehicle combinations longer than ... m. Access is prohibited to vehicles longer than the value shown.
Português • C7 • Trânsito proibido a veículos ou conjunto de veículos de comprimento superior a ... m. Indicação de acesso interdito a veículos cujo comprimento seja superior ao indicado no sinal.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 24.º • C7
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • C7 • página 14
Replacement SVG: Commons.wikimedia.org • Wikimedia Commons original • F l a n k e r • Public domain • Original revision 2023-10-01. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork verified against Ansr.pt • official published diagram C7.
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
F l a n k e r • Public domain • Source revision 2023-10-01. Wikimedia original unmodified.
38. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that traffic must continue straight ahead or turn right. One of the indicated directions must be followed; turning left is prohibited.
English • Traffic sign D2b • Permitted compulsory directions. Drivers must follow one of the directions shown by the arrows.
Português • D2b • Sentidos obrigatórios possíveis. Indicação da obrigação de seguir por um dos sentidos indicados pelas setas inscritas no sinal.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 27.º • D2b
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • D2b • página 15
Replacement SVG: Commons.wikimedia.org • Wikimedia Commons original • Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Original revision 2025-09-17. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork verified against Ansr.pt • official published diagram D2b.
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Source revision 2025-09-17. Wikimedia original unmodified.
39. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that handcarts are prohibited. People using handcarts may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • Traffic sign C3j • No handcarts. Access is prohibited to hand-propelled carts.
Português • C3j • Trânsito proibido a carros de mão. Indicação de acesso interdito a carros conduzidos à mão.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 24.º • C3j
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • C3j • página 13
Replacement SVG: Commons.wikimedia.org • Wikimedia Commons original • No machine-readable author provided. Benedicto16 assumed (based on copyright claims). • Public domain • Original revision 2013-10-08. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork verified against Ansr.pt • official published diagram C3j.
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
No machine-readable author provided. Benedicto16 assumed (based on copyright claims). • Public domain • Source revision 2013-10-08. Wikimedia original unmodified.
40. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a soft or unstable verge. The edge of the road may provide less grip or support than the roadway and can affect steering or vehicle stability. Avoid driving onto the verge unless necessary and reduce speed if you must use it.
English • Traffic sign A7a • Low shoulders. Indicates a road section with low shoulders on the right.
Português • A7a • Bermas baixas. Indicação de um troço de via com bermas baixas do lado direito.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Fer1997 • CC BY-SA 3.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 19.º • A7a
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • A7a • página 10
SVG source: Fer1997 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Original revision 2015-03-16. Wikimedia original unmodified.
41. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a curve to the right. A right-hand bend lies ahead. Reduce speed before entering the curve, maintain your lane position and use smooth steering.
English • Traffic sign A1a • Bend to the right. Indicates a dangerous right-hand bend.
Português • A1a • Curva à direita. Indicação da existência de uma curva perigosa à direita.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 19.º • A1a
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • A1a • página 9
SVG source: Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Original revision 2015-03-16. Wikimedia original unmodified.
42. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that cyclists, mopeds and motorcycles are prohibited. Cyclists, moped riders and motorcyclists may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • Traffic sign C4f • No two-wheeled vehicles. Access is prohibited to all vehicles with two wheels.
Português • C4f • Trânsito proibido a veículos de duas rodas. Indicação de acesso interdito a todos os veículos com duas rodas.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 24.º • C4f
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • C4f • página 14
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2015-03-02. Wikimedia original unmodified.
43. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that cars are prohibited. Cars may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • Traffic sign C3a • No motor vehicles or motorcycles with sidecars. Access is prohibited to light and heavy motor vehicles and motorcycles with sidecars.
Português • C3a • Trânsito proibido a automóveis e motociclos com carro. Indicação de acesso interdito a automóveis ligeiros, pesados e motociclos com carro.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Fer1997 • CC BY-SA 3.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 24.º • C3a
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • C3a • página 13
SVG source: Fer1997 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Original revision 2018-09-29. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork verified against Ansr.pt • official published diagram C3a.
44. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that mopeds are prohibited. Moped riders may not enter or continue beyond the sign. The affected moped categories depend on the applicable local rules. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • Traffic sign C3f • No mopeds. Access is prohibited to mopeds and light quadricycles.
Português • C3f • Trânsito proibido a ciclomotores. Indicação de acesso interdito a ciclomotores e a quadriciclos ligeiros.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 24.º • C3f
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • C3f • página 13
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2015-03-02. Wikimedia original unmodified.
45. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a road with one-way traffic. Vehicular traffic may travel only in the permitted direction, subject to any exceptions indicated by traffic signs or local rules.
English • Traffic sign H3 • One-way traffic. Indicates a one-way road or the end of the two-way section announced by sign A25 or H31d.
Português • H3 • Trânsito de sentido único. Indicação de via em que o trânsito se faz apenas num sentido ou indicação de que terminou o troço de via em que o trânsito se fazia nos dois sentidos, anunciado pelo sinal A25 ou pelo sinal H31d.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 34.º • H3
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • H3 • página 19
Replacement SVG: Commons.wikimedia.org • Wikimedia Commons original • No machine-readable author provided. Benedicto16 assumed (based on copyright claims). • Public domain • Original revision 2025-11-30. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork verified against Ansr.pt • official published diagram H3.
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
No machine-readable author provided. Benedicto16 assumed (based on copyright claims). • Public domain • Source revision 2025-11-30. Wikimedia original unmodified.
46. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a pedestrian crossing. A designated pedestrian crossing lies ahead. Reduce speed when necessary, watch carefully for pedestrians and be prepared to give way or stop according to the applicable local priority rules.
English • Traffic sign A16a • Pedestrian crossing. Warns of a pedestrian crossing ahead.
Português • A16a • Passagem para peões. Indicação da aproximação de uma passagem para peões.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 19.º • A16a
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • A16a • página 10
SVG source: Republic of Portugal • Public domain • Original revision 2022-07-09. Wikimedia original unmodified.
47. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that turning left is mandatory at the junction ahead. Traffic must turn left and may not continue straight ahead or turn right.
English • Traffic sign D1d • Compulsory direction. Drivers must follow the arrow's direction at the next junction.
Português • D1d • Sentido obrigatório. Indicação da obrigação de seguir no sentido indicado pela seta inscrita no sinal na próxima intersecção.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 27.º • D1d
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • D1d • página 15
Replacement SVG: Commons.wikimedia.org • Wikimedia Commons original • NACLE2 • CC0 • Original revision 2011-08-05. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork verified against Ansr.pt • official published diagram D1d.
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NACLE2 • CC0 • Source revision 2011-08-05. Wikimedia original unmodified.
48. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a mandatory direction to the right. Traffic must proceed to the right at the sign and may not continue straight ahead or to the left.
English • Traffic sign D1a • Compulsory direction. Drivers must follow the direction shown by the arrow.
Português • D1a • Sentido obrigatório. Indicação da obrigação de seguir no sentido indicado pela seta inscrita no sinal.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 27.º • D1a
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • D1a • página 15
Replacement SVG: Commons.wikimedia.org • Wikimedia Commons original • Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Original revision 2025-09-17. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork verified against Ansr.pt • official published diagram D1a.
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49. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that the use of dipped headlights is mandatory. Drivers must use dipped headlights from this point until the requirement ends or is replaced, while continuing to follow the general lighting rules.
English • Traffic sign D10 • Dipped headlights compulsory. Vehicles may proceed only with dipped headlights switched on.
Português • D10 • Obrigação de utilizar as luzes de cruzamento (médios) acesas. Indicação de que os veículos só podem transitar com os médios acesos.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 27.º • D10
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • D10 • página 16
Replacement SVG: Commons.wikimedia.org • Wikimedia Commons original • NACLE2 • CC0 • Original revision 2025-09-23. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork verified against Ansr.pt • official published diagram D10.
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NACLE2 • CC0 • Source revision 2025-09-23. Wikimedia original unmodified.
50. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for pedestrians. Pedestrians may be walking near or crossing the road ahead. Reduce speed, watch carefully and be prepared to stop.
English • Traffic sign A16b • Pedestrians crossing. Indicates that pedestrians may be encountered crossing the carriageway.
Português • A16b • Travessia de peões. Indicação de que podem ser encontrados peões a atravessar a faixa de rodagem.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Diariodarepublica.pt • Regulamento de Sinalização do Trânsito • artigo 19.º • A16b
🔗 Ansr.pt • Republicação oficial retificada • A16b • página 10
SVG source: Republic of Portugal • Public domain • Original revision 2022-07-09. Wikimedia original unmodified.