The data was revealed by Jornal de Notícias (JN), based on the budget execution summary. It is also mentioned that the growth in revenue is due to increased enforcement by the authorities responsible for compliance with the Código da Estrada and an increase in speed cameras.

In 2024, the Portuguese State collected €70.6 million, and in 2025, the figure rose to €86.9 million, falling short of the 2025 State Budget target of €99.2 million in traffic fines.

More inspections

The same media outlet reports that increased enforcement was one of the factors driving the rise in revenue from traffic fines. The work of the GNR is highlighted, which was carried out through SINCRO, which saw a 193.5% increase in activity. The PSP also saw a 9.7% increase in enforcement, and the Lisbon Municipal Police saw a 99% increase.

The ANSR also reveals that, in total, 239.5 million vehicles were inspected nationwide between January and September 2025. Whether by automatic means or in person, this represents a 26.5% increase in the number of vehicles inspected compared to the same period last year.

More offences

As the number of inspections increased, the number of offences recorded also increased. In total, up to September 2025, 1.1 million offences were recorded, 14.1% more than in the same period last year. However, the offence rate fell to 0.38%, down from 0.43% in 2024.

This strategy is also part of the future implementation of the Vision Zero 2030 Strategy, currently under development, which aims to reduce deaths and serious injuries on Portuguese roads by combining enforcement, prevention, and administrative modernisation.