Licence categories
A2 licence: how it differs from A1 and A
Compare A1, A2 and A: motorcycle limits, progressive access and document checks.
All guides
Clear guides to driving licences, road rules and everyday travel in Italy.
Safety and rules
New drivers and alcohol: which rules apply?
The law prohibits new drivers and certain other drivers from driving after consuming alcohol.
Safe driving
Mobile phones while driving: what is prohibited and what are the risks
While driving, do not use a phone or other device in your hand; set up navigation and calls before setting off.
Road signs
Amber traffic lights: when should you stop or proceed?
Amber warns that you must stop: do so if it is safe, and do not accelerate to beat the red light.
Professional qualifications
CQC: which activities may be exempt?
CQC exemptions are limited: check the actual purpose of the journey, the vehicle and the conditions set out in the rules.
Road rules
How to deal with alternating one-way traffic
Approach slowly, follow the priority order shown and do not enter the narrow section until it is clear or the lights permit you to proceed.
Licence categories
Which licence do you need to drive a motor caravan?
The licence needed for a motor caravan depends mainly on its maximum authorised mass and category shown in the vehicle documents.
Licence categories
Can you get an A licence without holding A2?
Yes. Direct access to an A licence is available from age 24; there is also a progressive route after two years with A2.
Licence categories
Category B1: which quadricycles can you drive?
How to distinguish B1, AM and B, and check a quadricycle’s category in its documents.
Licence categories
Driving licence categories: ages and permitted vehicles
How to compare licence categories and find the minimum age without relying on outdated tables.
Road signs
Solid and broken lines: what is the difference?
A solid line restricts crossing; a broken line may be crossed only when the manoeuvre, visibility and rules allow it.
Road signs
Supplementary plates: times, distances and exceptions beneath signs
Supplementary plates specify a sign’s scope, times, distance or vehicle categories; read them together with the sign.
Safety and rules
How does the safe-driving points bonus work?
The points system awards credits for driving without offences that deduct points. Here are the general rules and where to check your balance.
Safe boating
How to call the Coastguard for assistance at sea
In the event of danger at sea, call 1530 and state your position, the number of people on board, the problem and the condition of the vessel.
Licence categories
When do you need a BE licence to tow a trailer?
How to tell whether B is enough for a car and trailer, code 96 is needed, or you need BE.
Safe boating
How to read marine weather forecasts before setting sail
Check wind, sea state, visibility and official warnings along the whole route, then compare conditions with your boat and crew’s experience.
Boating licence
When is a boating licence required for a small craft?
The requirement depends on distance, engine power and displacement, as well as vessel type: check all the conditions together.
Foreign driving licences
When do you need an International Driving Permit?
An International Driving Permit translates your national licence for some trips. Find out how to check whether you need one.
Licence categories
Category B licence: which vehicles can I drive?
Key checks on mass, seats, trailers and codes to understand what category B allows.
Professional qualifications
CQC: when is it required alongside a driving licence?
The CQC is a professional qualification distinct from a driving licence: find out for which transport operations it may be required.