What are Portugal´s new Car Registration rules?
Automotive News Europe - Here are Portugal´s new Car Registration rules, including the new Single Circulation Tax (IUC) on Motor Vehicles and Portugal´s new regime for emissions trading, according to an announcement by the Government of Portugal dated July 9th, 2026:
What are Portugal´s new Car Registration rules?
1 - Here is Portugal´s new Single Circulation Tax (IUC) on Motor Vehicles:
Portugal´s new Single Circulation Tax (IUC) on Motor Vehicles will now coincide with the calendar year, and will no longer dependent on the month of vehicle registration.
Portugal´s new Single Circulation Tax (IUC) will now be paid by the end of April, bringing its operation closer to that of other taxes and providing greater predictability for families.
Portugal´s new Single Circulation Tax (IUC) can be paid either in 1, 2 or 3 installments as follows:
In 1 installment: when the amount is equal to or less than €100
In 2 installments: in April and October, when the amount is greater than €100 and equal to or less than €500
In 3 installments: in April, July and October, when the amount is greater than €500.
2 - Here is Portugal´s new Institute for Mobility and Transport (IMT) regime:
Portugal´s new Institute for Mobility and Transport (IMT) regime involves:
The strengthening of the IMT's presence in Citizen Shops,
The creation of a specialized unit to monitor railway infrastructure and submarine cable projects,
The clarification of competences in matters of railway safety.
3 - Here is Portugal´s new regime for emissions trading:
Portugal´s new regime for emissions trading involves a new Decree establishing the application of the European emissions trading system for the transport and building sectors.
The new emissions trading model creates the conditions for the operation of a market for tradable carbon dioxide (CO₂) emission allowances, encouraging the reduction of emissions in a more economically efficient way.
The Decree foresees a phased implementation and establishes transition mechanisms designed to protect consumers, avoiding increased impacts, particularly on fuel costs. This new instrument will also contribute to achieving Portugal´s objectives to combat climate change.
