As an advice, pack a converter and an adapter. Summers are dry and clear, with warm sunshine extending long into Autumn. Winters are moderately cool and are the rainiest time of year, except in subtropical Madeira, where there is little rain. At the main squares, crossings and junctions, vehicles approaching from the right have the right of way, unless otherwise indicated on signposts. At crossings with roundabouts, the vehicles already on the roundabout have priority.
All traffic signs are in accordance with international standards.
Drivers Documents Legal ID, valid national or international driving license, both with photographs, car registration documents or equivalent, proof of ownership of the vehicle or equivalent and insurance certificate. In the case of a hire car, the driver should also bear the hire contract. The use of seatbelts is compulsory for both the front and rear seats, except for vehicles not originally fitted with rear seat belts. Any infringement is punishable with a heavy fine.