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Driving Licence Requirements

Driving License Requirements

To ensure a safe and legal experience, please ensure you meet the license requirements before renting a vehicle with Moto Rental Fotis. Below is a detailed guide to help you determine if you are eligible.

Please be advised that we do not accept learners permit and we do not provide driving lessons under any circumstances.

1. Scooters (50cc)

  • License Required:
    • European Licenses: Categories AM, B ( without restriction codes 79.03, 79.04, 79(4), 79(2), 79(3)  ).
    • International Licenses: A, along with a valid national license.
    • USA Licenses: Class E, DM, CM and CM1/CM2
    • Canada Licenses: Class M,  6
    • Australian Licenses: Class R 
  • Additional Requirements:
    • Minimum age: 25 years.
    • AM License must be valid for at least 1 years.
    • B License must be valid for at least 6 years.

2. Scooters (up to 125cc)

  • License Required:
    • Greek Licenses: Category B (code 121)
    • European Licenses: Categories AM + B, A1, A2, or A (without restriction codes 79.03, 79.04, 79(4), 79(2), 79(3) ).
    • International Licenses:  A, along with a valid national license.
    • USA Licenses: Class DM, CM and CM1
    • Canada Licenses: Class M,  6
    • Australian Licenses: Class R
  • Additional Requirements:
    • Minimum age: 25 years.
    • License must be valid for at least 1 years.
    • AM + B Licences must be valid for at least 4 years

3. ATVs

  • License Required:
    • European Licenses: Category B or AM (without restriction codes 79.03, 79.04, 79(4), 79(2), 79(3) ).
    • International Licenses: Category B
    • USA Licenses: Class E, DM, CM and CM1/CM2, C, D  (C and D Licences must be valid for at least 6 years.)
    • Canada Licenses: Class G, M, 5, 6
    • Australian Licenses: Class C, R (C Licences must be valid for at least 6 years.)
  • Additional Requirements:
    • Minimum age: 25 years.
    • B Licences must be valid for at least 6 years.

4. Motorcycles US (Class E, DM, CM and CM1/CM2)

  • Class E: Limited to motorized bicycles or low-speed vehicles (50cc).
  • Class DM, CM: Allows operation of motorcycles and scooters.
  • Class DM1, CM1: Covers all motorcycles, scooters, and similar two-wheeled vehicles.
  • Class DM2, CM2: Limited to motorized bicycles or low-speed vehicles (50cc).

5. Motorcycles AUS (Class R)

  • Class R: Allows operation of motorcycles and scooters.

6. Motorcycles CAN (Class 6)

  • Class 6: Allows operation of motorcycles and scooters.

Important Notes

  • International Driving Permits (IDPs):
    • Required for all non-EU licenses.
    • Must accompany a valid national driving license.
  • UK & German Citizens:
    • UK residents can rent 125cc scooters if they hold a full UK driving license with categories A1, A2, or A.
    • Licenses with restriction codes (e.g., 79.03, 79.04, 79(4), 79(2), 79(3) ) are not valid for scooter rentals.

Examples of Valid and Invalid Licenses

  • Valid:
    • Motorcycle licenses (A, A1, A2) with no restrictions.
    • International Driving Permit with national license.
  • Not Valid:
    • Provisional or learner permits.
    • Licenses with restriction codes or missing endorsements.

Steps for Verification

Country-Specific Information

  • Australia, Belarus, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Ghana, Indonesia, Iran (Islamic Republic), Israel, Japan, Morocco, Republic of Albania, Republic of Serbia, South Africa, South Korea, Switzerland, Turkey, UK, Ukraine, USA, Venezuela:
    • Motorcycle license required (minimum 2 years experience).
    • IDP not necessary if local license meets requirements.
  • EU Licences:
    • Check for category and restriction codes.
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