In Italy the driving licence is a governmental right given to those who request a licence for any of the categories they desire. It is required for every type of motorized vehicle. The minimum age to obtain a driving licence is: 16 years for a motorcycle 125cc with a limit of motor power of 11 kW and for a quadricycle motor (cars with a weight of 400 kg (550 kg if it's for freight transport)and a motor power not exceeding 15 kW), 18 years for a car or a motorcycle without a limit for the engine cylinder capacity and a limit of motor power of 35 kW, and 21 years for mini-buses, three-wheeler without a limit of motor power and cargo vehicles, and 24 years for motorcycles without limits of motor power and for buses.