Having just read the new afpop/Medal Insurance ‘Driving in Portugal’ booklet, available free to afpop members, I was embarrassed at my lack of knowledge.
Here are some questions for those readers driving vehicles in Portugal.
For the first reader sending in correct answers to the questions above, Ed. will think of a suitable reward... send answers to: driving@algarvedailynews.com
Q1. In what position must the Insurance and Inspection certificates be placed on the inside of your windscreen? (e.g. top right, bottom left etc)
Q2. What is the minimum fine for getting this wrong?
Q3. Is it legal or illegal to flash a warning to oncoming motorists that a speed trap lies ahead?
Q4. Is it legal or illegal to park in a street against the flow of traffic?
Q5. If your vehicle ‘appears abandoned, or appears unable to move on,’ how long can it be left before it is considered to represent ‘abusive parking?’
Q6. For how long can you park legally in a non-paying parking area?
Q7. Do you know the precise legal routine when in an accident involving three cars or more? List three things you must do.
Q8. If you receive a provisional MOT that lists minor deficiencies, can the police fine you if you are pulled over?
afpop members can obtain their free copy of the 'Driving in Portugal' booklet, essential for every glove pocket, either in person from the afpop office in Portimão, or at one of the monthly satellite/pop-up offices; by contacting info@afpop.com
or by calling 282 458 509. Have your membership number to hand.
Non-members can buy the booklet for €15, pretty essential reading for holiday renters if you let your villa or apartment, also if you need a refresher on the rules of the road. Contact info@afpop.com or call 282 458 509
About afpop
afpop specialises in providing a comprehensive range of information services and support to foreign residents and visitors to Portugal.
The membership organisation is able to:
- assist in keeping you up-to-date with new and existing legislation, along with social events for all of our members.
- provide an information service, including bulletins, a newsletter, and a network of area representatives throughout Portugal.
- offer problem solving assistance from afpop’s staff, in person at the office in Portimão, or by email, phone and fax.
- give access to professional advisory services in English, German and other European languages, as well as Portuguese.
- offer discounts and other special conditions from over 300 companies and service providers throughout Portugal including discounts on insurance products from Medal.
- organise seminars, exhibitions and social activities.
- promote good relations with the Portuguese authorities and people.
- offer membership to anyone over the age of 18, of any nationality.
Click here for more information about afpop: http://www.afpop.com/uk/index.php
afpop and BliP Expo 2014
For information about the annual BliP Expo, hosted and organised by afpop - click on this link
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