Fines news in Portugal

Parking too close in Portugal could result in fines

Motorists paid 37.7 million euros in EMEL fines over the last six years

The value reached a record of 9.1 million euros in 2023, but fell in the two following years. Between 2020 and 2024, more than 1.13 million notices were issued.

Burqa law in 10 questions and answers: what is now prohibited and what are the exceptions?

The law was published in the Diário da República. Covering the face in public spaces could lead to fines between 150 and 3,000 euros.

Coimbra: 21 offenders for improper waste disposal

According to the City Council, which carried out inspection operations, the identified offenders will be subject to administrative proceedings, punishable by fines.

Non-compliance with road rules on electric scooters may result in fines

Third part of the CM Investigation from August 11, 2026.

Parking in Portugal – The right and wrong way

During the summer season, tourist hotspots are often very busy with traffic – making parking a challenge, especially at peak times. While it may be tempting to squeeze into that The post Parking in Portugal – The right and wrong way appeared first on Portugal Resident.

Land clearing: deadline ends this Tuesday and owners ask for leniency on fines

The regular schedule was extended by the Government for the whole country due to the impacts of the storms at the beginning of the year, but the National Federation of Forest Owners' Associations warns that sapper teams and contractors remain overloaded with work.

Deadline for clearing land ends this Tuesday: fines can reach 1,500 euros

Fuel management requires clearing up to 10 metres around buildings in forest and agricultural areas for the secondary network, but this can extend up to 50 metres for specific equipment and infrastructure.

Pig farming company fined 350,000 euros

The Évora Court of Appeal confirmed the conviction of Agropecuária Valinho S.A. for three very serious environmental offences. The judgment became final on 21 May.

Sand replenishment and man dead: Costa da Caparica beach closed after 'bathing incidents'

Violation of the closure may result in a fine ranging from 30 to 100 euros

Pets on the beach? Loud music? Parasols? What is allowed, how to behave, and what are the fines? Questions and answers

Even when relaxing at the beach, there are rules to follow. We looked into the most common infractions and how much they can cost you.

Deadline for clearing forest land extended until 30 June

The established deadline was set to end on 31 May, but the Minister of Agriculture revealed on RTP that it will be extended until 30 June, taking into account the weather conditions that hindered the clearing of forest land.

Aviation fine values to skyrocket for large airlines

A large company in the sector, such as an airline, targeted by a minor administrative offence, could have to pay 65,000 euros, compared to the current 3,000, according to the proposal submitted to Parliament.

More than 40 people fined on Madeira's hiking trails

Between April and early May, the Forestry Police issued 43 infringement notices for failure to pay the mandatory access fee for the trails, resulting in fines of 50 euros each.

ACP proposes new Highway Code with fines of up to 3000 euros for drink-driving

ACP proposes zero alcohol tolerance for professional, emergency, and probationary drivers. Fines for drink-driving could reach 3000 euros, depending on the blood alcohol level.

S. João da Caparica beaches closed over the weekend for sand replenishment

Violation of this rule constitutes an offence punishable by a fine between 30 and 100 euros, which may be increased up to 300 euros in the case of a legal entity.

Road haulage companies to face increased fines

Road haulage companies are required to have a tachograph, their “main instrument for monitoring compliance with social rules in the field of road transport”. Failing to comply with this rule will now be considered a very serious administrative offence, punishable by fines ranging from 1,500 to 7,500 euros, according to the decree-law published this Monday.

Government wants to increase fines for speeding and drink-driving and end warnings for police checkpoints

PRESS REVIEW | The goal is to increase the effectiveness of enforcement and reduce risky behaviour.

Lisbon fined an average of nearly 90 tuk-tuks per day; sector criticises “discrimination” in enforcement

One year after the new rules for tuk-tuks came into force in Lisbon, the local authority has recorded more than 24,000 fines, an average of 88 per day. Tourism entertainment associations consider the overall balance positive, but criticise discrimination in enforcement.

Polígrafo: Is putting your feet on public transport seats punishable by a fine?

See the answer in the video. Polígrafo TVI (from the same group as CNN Portugal) is a fact-checking programme covering current affairs.

General Inspectorate imposed a fine on ANA Airports for failing to comply with Lisbon's noise plan

The legal penalties for the administrative offence range from €12,000 to €72,000.

Those who cross outside the pedestrian crossing are fined and can be jailed

This city has tried everything to reduce pedestrian deaths, which continue to rise. Now it has taken a tougher stance and introduced fines for anyone who crosses outside the pedestrian crossing. Repeat offenders face imprisonment.

New crypto rules foresee fines up to €5 million

Home News New crypto rules foresee fines up to €5 million New crypto rules foresee fines up to €5 million The new rules on crypto assets have been published in the Official Gazette of the Union and foresee fines of up to five million euros for companies that do not comply with them.