Guide to Obtaining a Driver's License in Spain for Non-Residents
- Ricardo Batista
- Spain
- June 7, 2024
Set up an appointment: You need to schedule an appointment with the DGT, which can be done on this website .
Get an eye and psychotechnical examination: It’s necessary to get these tests done at a certified center (called “Centros de Reconocimiento de Conductores”). They will verify your physical and mental capabilities for driving and send the result directly to the DGT.
Submit your documents and application: On the day of your appointment, you have to go to the DGT with your paperwork. It usually takes about a couple of hours. Pay the necessary fees at the appointment.
Wait for your driver’s license: After your application is processed and approved, your new driver’s license will be sent to your Spanish address via courier.
- Valid identification (Passport).
- Proof of address
- Spanish residency permit (if applicable)
- Original driver’s license
- Two passport-size photographs
- Medical certificate from a DGT-approved center as a result of your eye and psychotechnical examination.
- It’s crucial to provide a valid Spanish address where you can receive the new driver’s license via courier.
- The process can take several weeks, so it’s advised to start well in advance of when you need the license.
- Keep in mind that all documents must be in Spanish, so if they are in another language, they need to be duly translated and notarized.
- You can drive with your original license until you receive the Spanish one, but ensure that it’s valid for use in Spain.
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What is it?
This guide provides detailed instructions on how to apply for a driver’s license in Spain. The process involves both online and in-person steps, which are conducted through the Spanish Traffic Department (DGT).
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This guide is particularly valuable for non-residents and foreign residents who are planning to drive in Spain.
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