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Driving License Requirements for Scooter Rental in Corfu, Greece
Please take a moment to read the driving license information below — it outlines the age and license requirements you need to meet in order to book a Vespa scooter, a Piaggio Medley, a Piaggio Yopurban 3-wheeler scooter or your Vespa scooter tour with us.
This information is based on Greek law and our insurance policy, which may differ from the laws in your home country. We've made it easy to follow, with a quick summary by vehicle type, plus a dedicated FAQ section to help clarify common questions — especially for non-EU travelers.
Important Notes Before Booking:
• Drivers who arrive with the wrong license category on the rental date will not be eligible for a refund of the 20% prepayment.
• All riders must have prior experience with maxi scooters or motorcycles and must hold a valid motorcycle-class license.
• We do not accept provisional licenses from any country. A full motorcycle license is required.
• For your safety, please do not practice riding with a passenger during your holiday if you have no previous experience.
📩 If you're unsure about your license, feel free to send us a photo (both sides) via email, WhatsApp, or our website chat. We're happy to help you confirm eligibility.
Valid Motorcycle driving license: For at least 2 years
Minimum age: 21 years old for the Vespa GTS models
Minimum age: 18 for the Vespa Primavera and Piaggio Medley model
A, A1 or A2
without the restriction codes 79.03, 79(3), 79.04, 79(4), 79(2), ( >45km)
International Driving License: A or A1(without a restriction to mopeds)
Remember: To be valid, an international driving license must accompany your current national motorcycle driving license.
Valid Motorcycle driving license: For at least 2 years
Minimum age: 25 years old
without the restriction codes 79.03, 79(3), 79.04, 79(4), 79(2), ( >45km)
A or A2
International Driving License: A (without a restriction to mopeds)
Remember: To be valid, an international driving license must accompany your current national motorcycle driving license.
🔎 Summary of Driving License Requirements
🔘 For 125cc (cm³) Scooters
Minimum age requirements:
• Over 18 years old – for Piaggio Medley and Vespa Primavera models
• Over 21 years old – for Vespa GTS models
Motorcycle license must be held for at least 2 years
Accepted EU/UK licenses:
A, A1, or A2 — without the following restriction codes:
79.03, 79(3), 79.04, 79(4), 79(2), or >45km
Non-EU travelers:
Must hold a valid motorcycle license — and in some cases, an International Driving Permit (IDP) with A or A1, not limited to mopeds
👉 Check here if you need an International Driving Permit
🔘 For a 300cc (cm3)
Minimum age requirements:
• Over 25 years old
Motorcycle license must be held for at least 2 years
Accepted EU/UK licenses:
A or A2 — without the following restriction codes:
79.03, 79(3), 79.04, 79(4), 79(2), or >45km
Non-EU travelers:
Must hold a valid motorcycle license — and in some cases, an International Driving Permit (IDP) with A, not limited to mopeds
👉 Check here if you need an International Driving Permit
🔘 For Piaggio MP3 300cc Three-Wheeled Scooters
Minimum age requirement:
• Over 24 years old
Accepted EU/UK licenses:
• Car license (Class B) — only if issued before January 19, 2013
• Motorcycle licenses: A or A2 — without the restriction code: >45km
International Driving License:
A — not restricted to mopeds
Important for non-EU travelers:
Only a valid motorcycle category license is accepted for booking the MP3
👉 Contact us if you’re unsure about your license eligibility
Driving License FAQs for Scooter & Vespa Rentals
View more about the driving license categories in Greece for motorcycles on the following websites:
US, Canadian, Australian, South Korean, and Japanese citizens must have a valid motorcycle class driving license for at least two (2) years. They do not need an International Driving Permit.
Australia:
https://greece.embassy.gov.au/athn/drive_permit.html
United States of America:
https://gr.usembassy.gov/drivers-licenses/
Japan:
South Korea:
Canada:
https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/greece
UK citizens can only hire a 125cc motorbike in Greece if they hold a valid full UK driving license with a valid A1, A or A2 category without the restriction codes 79.03, 79.04, 79(3), 79(4), 79(2). No IDP is needed. We do not accept a provisional driving license.
For more information about the International Driving License requirements, please visit our blog post! We have done an extensive research!
