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From 2026, new obligations will come into force for electric scooters:

  • Mandatory identification mark from 17 May 2026
  • Mandatory third-party liability insurance from 16 July 2026
  • Helmet already mandatory

The new rules aim to make electric scooters safer and, above all, identifiable, bringing them increasingly closer to other vehicles circulating on the road.

The rules today: where they can circulate and what they must comply with

Electric scooters are now part of everyday urban mobility, but they cannot be used freely everywhere.

Their circulation is allowed in urban areas, in compliance with the applicable limits and local road signs. It is not permitted to ride on pavements, nor to use the scooter in a dangerous manner or in a way that does not comply with road traffic rules.

The technical requirements of the vehicle and compliance with speed limits also remain essential: 20 km/h as the general limit and 6 km/h in pedestrian areas, where circulation is allowed.

With the most recent changes, the regulatory framework has also introduced the obligation for riders to wear a helmet and further requirements for owners, including the identification mark and third-party liability insurance.

The new approach: an identifiable, traceable and insured scooter

The real change is a shift in perspective: the electric scooter is no longer considered merely a light and occasional means of transport for short journeys, but a vehicle that circulates on the road and must therefore be identifiable and insured.

From 17 May 2026, it becomes mandatory for electric scooters to be fitted with an identification mark. From that date, circulating without an identification mark will constitute a punishable violation.

From 16 July 2026, insurance companies will have to offer third-party liability policies for electric scooters, with the full operation of the insurance obligation being linked to the possibility of uniquely identifying the vehicle.

In practice, the scooter must first be identified through the identification mark, and only then can it be correctly insured.

The identification mark: the first step

From 17 May 2026, every electric scooter must be fitted with an identification mark.

This is a fundamental element because it:

  • allows the vehicle to be identified
  • links the vehicle to its owner
  • makes it possible to correctly activate insurance coverage

Without an identification mark, circulation on the road becomes irregular and subject to penalties.

Insurance: when the obligation actually starts

The obligation to have third-party liability insurance does not start immediately, but from 16 July 2026.

This is because the policy must be linked to an identifiable vehicle.

Only once the identification mark system is active will it be possible to correctly associate the electric scooter with insurance coverage.

Pay attention to the deadlines

The two dates to keep in mind are therefore:

  • 17 May 2026 → identification mark obligation
  • 16 July 2026 → insurance obligation

From the first deadline, penalties apply to those circulating without identification, while from the second deadline insurance coverage also becomes mandatory.

What the owner must do

To comply with the rules, it will be necessary to:

  • request the identification mark
  • apply it correctly to the vehicle
  • activate a third-party liability insurance policy
  • comply with traffic rules, including the helmet requirement

Why rely on a vehicle registration agency

The introduction of these obligations means that many users will need to manage new administrative procedures, which may not always be straightforward.

Relying on a vehicle registration agency allows you to:

  • avoid errors when requesting the identification mark
  • receive support in managing the documentation
  • correctly understand deadlines and regulatory obligations
  • reduce delays and uncertainties related to the procedures

In an evolving regulatory context, the support of a specialised operator provides a guarantee that you can comply with the rules promptly and circulate without risks.

Operational advice

Given the novelty of the rules and the large number of users involved, it is advisable to act in good time.

We are already seeing an increase in requests, with slowdowns in the procedures.

Taking action immediately means avoiding penalties and circulating in a compliant and safe manner.