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 sixteen years for mopeds and low power motorcycles, eighteen years for cars (B) and 125cc (A1), 20 years for more powerful motorcycles or scooters of 35kW (A2), and twenty-one years of age for buses and cargo vehicles.[1] Unlimited power capacity motorcycles can be required from 24 years old (A).
Obtaining a driving licence
editThis 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 the actual licence is delivered to them.[2]
Foreign drivers are 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
editReferences
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.