Frequently Asked Questions
Scooter & Bike Rental in Faro, Algarve – Free pickup at Faro Airport. Official Visit Algarve Partner since 2015.
📍 Montenegro, Faro | Trusted by 2,000+ customers
1. Do I need a driving license?
Yes. Requirements per scooter.
- 50cc: AM license or higher (minimum age 16)
- 125cc: A1 license or B license and AM license together.
- 350cc: A2 license (minimum age 18, power up to 35kW / 47cv)
2. Do I need an international driving permit?
✅ All European licenses accepted.
✅ Portuguese‑speaking countries (Angola, Mozambique, Brazil, Guinea‑Bissau, Cape Verde).
No, if your license is from the EU, OECD or CPLP countries.
📌 Official guide: EU Road Rules and Safety – Portugal
🛵 For scooters (50cc, 125cc, 350cc):
Licence requirements vary by engine size.
Carry your license and ID. An IDP may be required for non-EU/OECD/CPLP licenses.
3. Speed limits in Portugal?
- 50cc: 45 km/h always
- 125cc & +: 50 km/h (city) / 80 km/h (outside city) / 120 km/h (motorways)
4. Is a helmet mandatory?
Yes – always. Police fines apply.
🎁 We provide 2 free helmets with every scooter rental.
5. Can I take a 50cc / 125cc on the highway?
50cc scooters are not allowed on highways.
125cc scooters are allowed, but not recommended due to limited power.
6. Can I drive to Spain?
Only with prior approval.
Please ask us at the shop before taking the scooter outside Portugal.
7. What does the rental include?
- Phoneholder
- Topbox
- 2 Helmets
- Padlock
- Third party insurance
- Well maintained scooter
8. Is there a weight limit?
No. We help you choose the most comfortable model for your ride.
9. Fuel policy?
Return with the same fuel level as pickup. Gas stations nearby can help.
10. Roadside problem – what to do?
📞 Our phone number is on every scooter. Call us – we provide full support 24/7.
11. Kilometer limits?
- 50cc / 125cc scooters: unlimited km
- Bicycles: unlimited
- 350cc scooters: 250 km/day (€0.20 extra/km)
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📍 Montenegro, Faro (between Faro Airport, Faro Beach & city center)

