UMC is a European medical clinic where all healthcare services, medical documents, and certificates are issued in accordance with EU standards, while consultations are provided by English-speaking physicians. This makes the process of obtaining mandatory medical documents clear, stress-free, and comfortable for expats.
One of the most in-demand services for foreigners in Portugal is the medical certificate for the exchange of a driving license (Atestado Médico para Carta de Condução). At UMC, you can obtain this certificate quickly, correctly, and without unnecessary bureaucracy.
Who needs to exchange a driving license and when
All foreigners who obtain a residence permit in Portugal are required to register their foreign driving license with IMT within 90 days of receiving residency.
Subsequently, the foreign driving license must be exchanged for a Portuguese one. The exact timeframe depends on the country of issuance; however, in most cases, the exchange must be completed within 2 years.
A medical certificate is a mandatory document for the driving license exchange procedure with IMT.
Medical certificate for IMT at UMC
At UMC, you can obtain the medical certificate for driving license exchange at a time convenient for you and within a very short timeframe. The service is available both during an in-clinic appointment and via an online medical consultation.
This makes the service suitable not only for residents of Lisbon and Porto, but also for patients from other cities and towns across Portugal.
Important information before your appointment
- An active utente number is required. Without a utente number, the medical certificate for IMT cannot be issued.
- The certificate is issued in paper form and is simultaneously submitted electronically directly to the IMT system.
- For elderly patients, the certificate can be issued only during an in-person clinic visit (the online format is not applicable in this case).
How the medical assessment is conducted
We approach this process responsibly and professionally. The consultation is not a mere formality: the physician assesses the patient’s overall health, including vision, blood pressure, and other relevant clinical parameters.
At the same time, the examination is conducted respectfully and correctly and does not affect the issuance timeline of the certificate. Our goal is not only to provide the required document, but also to give patients a clear understanding of their health status.
Why patients choose UMC
- Russian-speaking and English-speaking physicians
- European standards of medical care and documentation
- In-clinic and online certificate issuance
- Direct electronic submission to IMT
- Convenient scheduling and a respectful patient-centered approach
Obtaining a medical certificate for driving license exchange at UMC is the fastest, most structured, and most comfortable way to complete one of the key documents required for expat life in Portugal.
Book your appointment
You can schedule an in-clinic visit or an online consultation at a time that suits you. The UMC team will guide you through the process calmly, efficiently, and without unnecessary stress.
