Driving licence in Greece
In Greece, driving licences are a governmental documents given to those who request a licence to drive and meet set requirements.
Driving licences are required for every type of motorised vehicle. The minimum age to obtain a driving licence is 16 years for mopeds and low power motorcycles maximum of 50cc, 18 years for cars (max gross weight of 3.500kg and up to 8 passengers exc. driver) (B) and up to 125cc (A1), 20 years for more powerful motorcycles or scooters up to 35kW or 400cc (A2), and 18 to 21 years of age for buses and cargo vehicles (depending on passenger limitand weight respectively).[1] Unlimited power capacity motorcycles (A), can be acquired at 24 years olds or 22 years if the person had an A2 licence for 2 years.
Obtaining a driving licence
[edit]This driving licence can be obtained after finishing a driving school and passing a two-stage test, the theory test and road test. A primary school diploma is also required to obtain a valid driving licence.
Successful road tests from 2020 onwards grant access to a temporary driving permit (usable for up to six months), allowing its new holders to drive legally at nationwide level until their physical licence is delivered to them.[2]
Foreign drivers of countries not in the EU required to have an International Driving Permit.[3] Foreign drivers also need to have a valid driving licence from their home country.[4]
In 2023, Greece upgraded the security features on its driving licence since 2013. This was done in compliance with EU legislation.[5]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Age Requirements". Government of Greece. January 6, 2022.
- ^ TEAM, CAR & MOTOR (2023-09-14). "Τι είναι το προσωρινό δίπλωμα οδήγησης - Πώς μπορείς να το χρησιμοποιήσεις | carandmotor.gr". carandmotor.gr | Το πρώτο premium site αυτοκινήτου (in Greek). Retrieved 2024-07-19.
- ^ "International Driving Permit Greece". International Travel Permits. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ "The Essential Guide to Obtaining a Driver's License in Greece in 2024 | My Greek Expat Journey". My Greek Expat Journey. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ "Greece Introduces New Generation of Driving Licenses". Keesing Platform. 2023-08-23. Retrieved 2024-08-21.