Driving licence · B
Category B driving licence. Your freedom starts here.
Learn to drive cars in Mem Martins, manual or automatic, with an instructor from day one until your test.
Category B · Cars
What you can drive
- maximum gross weight
- 3,500 kg
- passengers + driver
- 8 + 1
- minimum age
- 18 years
- Cars up to 3,500 kg gross weight, with up to 8 passengers in addition to the driver
- Trailer up to 750 kg — or heavier, as long as the combination does not exceed 3,500 kg
- Motor tricycles, quadricycles (B1) and mopeds (AM)
- Category A1 motorcycles, from age 25
Limits
For heavier trailers you need category B+E.
Requirements
What you need to start
We handle the enrolment and paperwork with you.
- Identity document showing habitual residence in Portugal
- Portuguese tax number (NIF)
- Electronic medical certificate — done at the school
- Be at least 18 (you can enrol from 17½)
Your path
From enrolment to your B licence
- Enrolment
- Theory
- First driving lessons
- Theory test
- Driving
- Practical test
- Category B licence
Training
How you learn at MM Ouressa
Theory
28 hours
Road safety (7h), driving theory (16h) and modules on hazard perception, distraction and eco-driving (5h).
Classes at the school and online study on the training platform.
Practical
32 hours
At least 500 km: manoeuvres, city traffic, roads, motorways and night driving.
Driving lessons Monday to Saturday, with an instructor who follows your progress.
Tests: Theory test with 30 questions and a practical test of at least 40 minutes. If you already have A1, you only take the practical test.
The hours shown are the legal minimum. If you need more practice, each extra lesson costs 40 € (50 min).
The MM Ouressa experience
You learn with us. Not on your own.
FleetToyota Yaris Hybrid, Renault Clio, Renault Captur
- An instructor from day one until your test
- Online study, whenever you like
- Medical certificate at the school
- Lessons Monday to Saturday
Price
Category B
Includes theory and practical training, theory and practical test fees, medical certificate and distance learning.
Already have a licence? You pay less.
- With a licence in another category€620
Full payment
€850
- Total in instalments
- €935
- In 2, 3 or 4 monthly instalments
- from €233.75
- Theory test
- 30 questions
Or up to 12 interest-free instalments with CofidisPay.
CofidisPay instalment payments are charged to the customer's debit or credit card through a payment solution based on a factoring agreement between Cofidis and the Driving School. Ask Cofidis for details; Cofidis is registered with the Bank of Portugal under no. 921.
At what age can I start?
You can get the category B licence from age 18, and you can enrol from 17½.
How long does it take to get your licence?
On average, 4 to 5 months. It depends on your pace and test availability.
Can I get my licence in an automatic?
Yes. We have automatic cars. In that case your licence is restricted to automatic vehicles.
Can I pay in instalments?
Yes, in 2, 3 or 4 monthly instalments, or up to 12 interest-free instalments with CofidisPay.
What if I need more lessons?
The hours shown are the legal minimum. Each extra lesson costs €40 (50 minutes).
Ready for your B licence?
Enrol or talk to us. We answer all your questions before you start.